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Industrial Sodium Bromide Flakes from Japan

Sodium bromide flakes for oilfield drilling fluids and water treatment as a heavy brine component. This chemically defined bromide of sodium is classified in HTS 2827.51.00.00, excluding organo-inorganic compounds per Chapter notes. Bulk packaged for commercial applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit TSCA certification for chemical import compliance; specify non-hazardous if <30% concentration

• Include bill of lading noting 'for industrial use only' to avoid pharma scrutiny