Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate from Germany
Aluminum chloride hexahydrate (AlCl3·6H2O) is a hydrated form appearing as yellow crystals, widely used in water treatment as a coagulant and in pharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 2827.32.00.00 as a chloride hydroxide derivative of aluminum meeting Chapter 28 definitions for chemically defined compounds.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming hexahydrate composition to prevent reclassification; label as corrosive hazardous material per DOT; check for anti-dumping duties on certain origins