Ammonium Pentaborate Solution from Japan
Ammonium pentaborate solution (20-40% concentration) serves as a fire retardant and boron supplement in agriculture. Under HTS 2840.20.00.00 as other borates, it qualifies as chemically defined per Chapter 28/29 notes despite solution form. Used in wood treatment and fertilizers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.7%
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
• Declare exact concentration; solutions over 50% may face different chemical regs
• Obtain TSCA certification for US chemical import notification
• Use DOT-approved containers for liquid hazardous shipments