Gluconic Acid Chelating Agent Solution from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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