Industrial Sodium Silicate for Detergents from Japan
Medium-ratio sodium silicate (2.4:1 SiO2/Na2O) liquid for use as builder in laundry and dishwashing detergents. Classified in HTS 2839.19.00.00 as other commercial sodium silicates. Provides alkalinity and corrosion protection in cleaning 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
• Document SiO2/Na2O ratio to distinguish from metasilicates; comply with EPA detergent regulations for phosphorus content; store in corrosion-resistant tanks