Lignin Sulfonate Concrete Dispersant from Japan
This concentrated sodium-based lignin sulfonate acts as a high-range water reducer in ready-mix concrete, directly derived from black liquor of sulfite pulp mills. It qualifies for HTS 3804.00.5000 as a wood pulp manufacturing residual lye, chemically treated but retaining base composition.
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
• Submit assay reports confirming >90% lignin sulfonates to prevent reclassification
• EPA may require pre-manufacture notice under TSCA for first imports
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with similar synthetic superplasticizers