Nickel(II) Chloride Hexahydrate from Japan
Nickel(II) chloride hexahydrate (NiCl2·6H2O) is a green crystalline compound used in electroplating, catalyst preparation, and nickel salt production. It falls under HTS 2827.35.00.00 as a chloride of nickel, specifically classified among other chlorides in Chapter 28 for inorganic chemical compounds.
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
• Verify purity and hydrate form in documentation to match HTS classification; obtain SDS for hazardous material shipping
• Ensure compliance with EPA regulations for nickel compounds due to toxicity