PBTC 50% Aqueous Solution from China
50% PBTC in water represents standard commercial concentration for water treatment injection systems. Remains classified under HTS 2931.90.70.00 per Chapter 29 note 1(d) allowing aqueous solutions of named compounds.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Concentration <50% water may shift to Chapter 38 formulated products; verify exact assay
• DOT 8 corrosive label required; IBC tote specifications must match UN recommendations
• Biocontamination testing often required for water treatment chemical imports