Magnesium Formate from China
Magnesium formate is utilized in flame retardants and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. As the magnesium salt of formic acid, it is classified under HTS 2915.12.00.00 per Chapter 29 definitions. Typically imported as a tetrahydrate for specialty chemical manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify hydrate form and CAS (557-02-8) on commercial invoice for accurate valuation
• Confirm non-pyrophoric via SDS to streamline customs clearance
• Avoid bulk packaging declarations that suggest mixtures under Chapter 38