Metso Beads Sodium Metasilicate from Japan
Metso Beads are dense, bead-form sodium metasilicate anhydrous product under HTS 2839.11.00.00, designed for easy handling in detergent manufacturing. Its low dust and high solubility make it ideal for industrial formulations.
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 bead size and density on specs to confirm as commercial silicate
• Use palletized shipping to prevent breakage of bead form
• Monitor for FDA compliance if destined for indirect food contact cleaners