Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate from Germany
Sodium metasilicate pentahydrate (Na2SiO3·5H2O) is a hydrated form of sodium metasilicate, a granular or powdered inorganic compound classified under HTS 2839.11.00.00 as a commercial sodium silicate. It is widely used in industrial cleaning formulations for its alkaline and buffering properties.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and hydration level via certificate of analysis to confirm classification under 2839.11.00.00
• Ensure proper labeling as a corrosive alkali for DOT hazardous material shipping compliance
• Avoid misclassification as detergent mixtures under Chapter 34 by importing in bulk chemical form