Hydrochloric Acid Metal Descaling Bath from Canada
Concentrated hydrochloric acid solution for descaling ferrous metals in industrial pickling lines. Falls under 3810.90.2000 as a wholly inorganic pickling preparation essential for metal surface cleaning before fabrication. Used in steel mills without any organic components.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Require inhibitor-free certification; even small organic additions reclassify to 3810.90.4000
• Comply with HAZMAT shipping (UN 1789) and provide neutralization disposal instructions
• Check state-specific acid import permits; common error is undervaluing concentration