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2840.20.00.00/Magnesium Borate Hydrate/Japan

Magnesium Borate Hydrate from Japan

Magnesium borate hydrate serves as a lubricant additive and anti-corrosion agent. It falls under HTS 2840.20.00.00 as other borates, being a chemically defined inorganic magnesium salt. Used in drilling fluids and ceramics.

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%
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Import Tips

• Section VI note excludes pure MgO; prove borate dominance

• API specs required for oilfield chemical imports

• Biodegradability claims need substantiation

Magnesium Borate Hydrate from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2840.20.00.00