Gluconic Acid Chelating Agent Solution from Germany
30% gluconic acid solution marketed as industrial chelating agent for scale removal in boilers. Pure gluconic acid qualifies for HTS 2918.16.10.00 despite application labeling.
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
• Marketing as 'chelating agent' doesn't change classification if purity meets Chapter 29 standards
• Test for metal content to confirm no coordination compounds formation per note 5(C)(3)
• IBC tote packaging requires spill containment certification