Sodium Formaldehyde Sulfoxylate from Germany
Sodium formaldehyde sulfoxylate (NaHSO2·CH2O) is a sulfoxylate reducing agent used in polymerizations and dye discharge printing. Classified in HTS 2831.90.00.00 as 'other' sulfoxylates when meeting inorganic compound criteria despite formaldehyde association. Technical grade powder or dihydrate form common.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Distinguish from Rongalite C (stabilized form) via molecular analysis for correct subheading
• Store refrigerated; import with validity date <6 months from manufacture
• REACH registration required for EU re-export; provide exposure scenarios