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