Sodium Metasilicate Nonahydrate Crystals from Japan

Sodium metasilicate nonahydrate (Na2SiO3·9H2O) appears as free-flowing white crystals, a hydrated commercial sodium silicate under HTS 2839.11.00.00. Commonly used in laundry powders and metal cleaning compounds.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

11.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Test for hydrate content to avoid reclassification as anhydrous form

Include REACH or TSCA certification if applicable for chemical import registration

Segregate from acids in storage to prevent hazardous reactions