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Silicotungstic Acid Hydrate

Silicotungstic acid hydrate (H4SiW12O40·xH2O) functions as a catalyst in esterification, under HTS 2841.80.00 for its tungstate core structure. Green acid catalyst.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%—5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%—5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%—5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%—5.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2811.19.10Lower: 9.8% vs 30.5%

If free acid form

Simple tungstic acid classifies under oxides heading.

3815.90.50Higher: 42.5% vs 30.5%

If reaction accelerator

Catalyst mixtures under 3815.

2839.19.00.00Higher: 38.6% vs 30.5%

If silicate misclassification

Silica framework emphasis shifts to silicates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Keggin structure verification via Raman spectroscopy

• Corrosive strong acid; UN 3260 proper shipping name

• Calcined vs hydrate forms distinguished by TGA

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