Silver Chloride Powder from Germany
Silver chloride (AgCl) is a white insoluble powder used in photography, optics, and antimicrobial applications. Classified under HTS 2843.29.0100 as an inorganic silver compound, other than nitrates or complex salts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide assay report confirming >99% AgCl content to avoid reclassification as mixture
• Light-sensitive; ship in opaque, moisture-proof packaging to prevent decomposition
• Declare as 'other silver compounds' explicitly; common error is confusing with gold chloride (2843.39)