Refined Anhydrous Borax Granules from China
Granular anhydrous disodium tetraborate (refined borax) for use in ceramic glazes and metallurgical fluxes. Classified under HTS 2840.11.00.00 due to its anhydrous nature and status as refined disodium tetraborate. Meets Chapter 28 definitions for chemically pure inorganic borates.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Request supplier's chemical analysis report to prove anhydrous composition and avoid hydration-related reclassification
• Label packages clearly as 'anhydrous' to prevent customs disputes during inspection
• Check for anti-dumping duties on borates from certain origins like Turkey