Benzalkonium Chloride 50% Solution from Germany
Benzalkonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound widely used as a biocide and preservative in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. This 50% aqueous solution qualifies under HTS 2923.90.0100 as a quaternary ammonium salt dissolved in water, permitted by Chapter 29 note (d) for chemically defined compounds. The solvent is solely for safety/transport without altering general use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
6.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact concentration and solvent type; solutions over certain strengths may trigger EPA pesticide registration requirements
• Include stability data to confirm the solvent is necessary for transport per Chapter 29 note (e), preventing misclassification
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain biocide imports; verify with CBP for country-specific rates