Ammonium Fluoborate from Japan
Ammonium fluoborate (NH4BF4) is utilized in electroplating baths, explosives, and synthetic resins. Falls under HTS 2826.19.1000 as an ammonium fluoride complex. Chemically defined per Chapter 28/29 notes, distinct from organo-inorganics.
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
• Certify boron content <5% to avoid overlap with borates in 2840; focus on fluorine classification
• Hazard class 6.1 (toxic); include toxicology data and UN 1812 shipping papers