Calcium Bromide Hydrate Flakes from Japan
Calcium bromide dihydrate (CaBr2·2H2O) in flake form is used in brine preparation for clear water fracturing in oilfields. Falls under HTS 2827.59.25.00 as chemically defined calcium bromide hydrate. Density 3.35 g/cm³.
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
• Specify hydrate water content in invoice to match statistical reporting requirements
• Obtain DOT exemption for small packages; large drums need full hazmat docs