Electrolytic Alkaline Cleaning Salt from Japan
Blend of sodium hydroxide, sodium carbonate, and silicates for electrolytic metal cleaning tanks. Inorganic salts generate hydrogen to scrub surfaces, classified 3810.90.2000 as pickling preparation. Automotive stamping lines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• High pH caustic; UN 1824 shipping papers
• Current density specs for electrolytic use verification
• Avoid 'detergent' terms leading to 3402