Titanium Oxychloride Solution from China
Titanium oxychloride (TiOCl2), typically imported as a 20-30% aqueous solution, is used in water treatment as a coagulant and in titanium dioxide production. It qualifies under HTS 2827.39.3000 as a chloride oxide of titanium. The solution is acidic and corrosive, requiring specialized handling.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Classify as corrosive liquid (UN 3264); ensure pH and concentration data for proper DOT hazard class determination
• Include wastewater treatment end-use declaration to facilitate customs clearance and avoid anti-dumping scrutiny
• Test for heavy metal contaminants to meet EPA drinking water standards if applicable to import certification