Calcium Salicylate Fine Chemical from Germany
Calcium salicylate serves as a lubricant additive in engine oils and a pharmaceutical intermediate, derived directly from salicylic acid. HTS 2918.21.5000 covers this as 'other' salts per Chapter 29 note 3(C)(1) on inorganic salts of organic acids classified with the organic component. Chemically defined without disqualifying impurities.
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
• Submit FTIR/assay reports confirming salicylate structure and calcium content
• For lubricant use, provide end-use statement to prevent Chapter 27 petroleum additive classification