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Citric Acid Passivation Solution from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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