Sodium Hypophosphite from Germany
Sodium hypophosphite (NaH2PO2) is a white crystalline powder used as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis and electroless nickel plating. It falls under HTS 2835.10.00.00 as a phosphinate (hypophosphite) of an inorganic base, meeting the chemically defined criteria of Chapter 28. This compound is essential in industrial processes for metal surface treatment.
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
• Verify purity certificate to confirm classification as chemically defined; ensure SDS includes phosphinate content for customs; watch for REACH compliance if transshipping from EU