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Zinc Chloride Dehumidifier Pellets from Japan

Pelletized zinc chloride for industrial dehumidification and drying applications in shipping containers. HTS 2827.39.65.00 covers this pure chemical form used as desiccant.

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

Moisture indicator packaging required; declare pellet size and absorption capacity

Corrosive material placarding needed for transport; UN3077 classification

Avoid generic 'desiccant' declaration—specify ZnCl2 to prevent 3824 misclassification