Ferric Chloride for Water Purification from Japan
High-purity ferric chloride specifically graded for municipal water and sewage treatment as a coagulant. HTS 2827.39.55.00 applies as a chemically defined iron chloride not excluded by chapter notes. Supplied as liquid or solid with low heavy metal impurities.
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
• NSF/ANSI 60 certification docs for drinking water use; test for arsenic limits
• Pitfall: industrial vs potable grade affecting FDA regs