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Sodium Perborate Tetrahydrate from Germany

Sodium perborate tetrahydrate is a white, odorless powder used primarily as a bleaching agent and oxygen source in laundry detergents and cleaning products. It falls under HTS 2840.30.0050 as a peroxoborate (perborate), specifically classified as 'other' peroxoborates excluding the common monohydrate form. This chemically defined inorganic compound releases hydrogen peroxide when dissolved in water, making it essential for stain removal.

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

• Verify purity and hydrate form via certificate of analysis to confirm classification under 2840.30.0050 and avoid reclassification as 2840.30.0010

• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and proper UN packaging certification for oxidizer handling during customs clearance

• Check REACH or TSCA compliance for end-use in cleaners to prevent delays from environmental regulations

Sodium Perborate Tetrahydrate from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2840.30.00.50