Hydrochloric Acid Metal Pickling Solution from Germany
A concentrated hydrochloric acid-based solution used to remove rust and scale from steel surfaces prior to painting or galvanizing. It falls under HTS 3810.10.00.00 as a pickling preparation specifically formulated for metal surfaces, dissolving metal oxides without attacking the base metal excessively. Typically sold in industrial drums for manufacturing applications.
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
• Verify concentration levels and ensure proper hazardous material labeling per DOT and EPA regulations
• Include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and confirm compliance with TSCA for chemical imports
• Avoid misclassification as pure acids under Chapter 28 by emphasizing metal surface preparation use