Citric Acid Passivation Solution from China
Chelated citric acid solution for stainless steel passivation after pickling operations. Classified HTS 3810.90.5000 as metal surface preparation following pickling, restoring chromium oxide layer. Environmentally friendly nitric acid replacement.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Passivation time/temp specs per ASTM A967 validate metal prep use
• Biodegradable claims require OECD 301 testing documentation
• 4-10% concentration range prevents food additive reclassification