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High-Purity Citric Acid for Metal Passivation from Germany

Ultra-pure citric acid (99.9%) for metal surface passivation in aerospace and medical device manufacturing under HTS 2918.14.00.00. Acts as eco-friendly replacement for nitric acid in stainless steel treatment. Chemically defined compound with no disqualifying modifications.

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

ASTM A967 compliance cert required for passivation end-use; iron content <5ppm

NSF/ANSI 61 certification for water contact applications

Small batch imports—ensure lot traceability for quality systems like ISO 13485