Rust Remover Pickling Gel from Germany
Thixotropic gel containing hydrofluoric and sulfuric acids for vertical surface rust removal on stainless steel. HTS 3810.90.5000 covers this metal pickling preparation, preventing drips during tank/vessel maintenance. Neutralizes to phosphate conversion coating.
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
• Hydrofluoric acid declaration (<5%) triggers special handling protocols
• Gel rheology testing confirms pickling vs general cleaner status
• Passivation test compatibility for 300-series stainless validation