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Chromium Hydroxide Gel from Japan

Amorphous chromium(III) hydroxide gel used as a precursor for catalysts and ceramics. HTS 2819.90.00.00 covers chromium hydroxides in all physical forms.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Specify water content and drying loss to distinguish from solid hydroxides

Use UN-approved packaging for corrosive gels (potential UN 3264)

Include thermal analysis (TGA/DSC) confirming hydroxide vs oxide structure