Potassium Salt of 2-Phosphonobutane-1,2,4-tricarboxylic acid from Japan
Dipotassium PBTC salt preferred in potassium-formulated cooling water treatments avoiding sodium discharge limits. Salts of specifically named acids remain in HTS 2931.90.70.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Potassium content analysis prevents misdeclaration as sodium salt affecting softener compatibility
• Lower alkalinity than sodium salt affects pH adjustment calculations for importers
• Certain states restrict potassium discharge; end-use letters may be required