Sodium Bisulfate Metal Pickling Solution from Germany
Aqueous solution of sodium bisulfate used to remove rust and scale from steel surfaces prior to painting or galvanizing. Classified under HTS 3810.90.2000 as a pickling preparation consisting wholly of inorganic substances like sodium bisulfate, water, and mineral acids. It prepares metal for further processing without organic additives.
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 composition via lab analysis to confirm 100% inorganic content; organic inhibitors disqualify from this subheading
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and TSCA certification for EPA compliance on acid-based preparations
• Label as 'corrosive' per DOT regulations; avoid misclassification as general cleaning agents under 3402