Potassium Perborate from Japan
Potassium perborate is a less common alkali metal peroxoborate used in specialized bleaching and disinfection formulations due to its solubility properties. It qualifies for HTS 2840.30.00 as a peroxoborate salt of potassium, an inorganic base per Chapter 28 notes.
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%
Import Tips
• Confirm CAS number (1949-21-1 or equivalent) matches import declaration; ensure proper UN packaging for Class 5.1 oxidizers; monitor EU REACH for transatlantic supply chains