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Industrial Potassium Silicate 40% Solids from Germany

A 40% solids aqueous solution of potassium silicate used in paper manufacturing and detergents. Classified in HTS 2839.90.1000 as a commercial alkali metal silicate of potassium, aligning with Chapter 28 definitions. Key import for pulp and paper industry.

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

• Specify solids percentage and potassium verification in entry docs

• Ensure IBC totes meet UN specifications for corrosive goods