Boron Compound Fire Suppressant Powder from Japan
Sodium borate and boric acid mixture for specialized magnesium fire extinguishers, entirely inorganic. Qualifies as fire charge preparation in HTS 3813.00.10.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Borates require environmental impact statements for large volume imports
• Test for water reactivity; critical for shipping classification
• Label end-use specifically to prevent fertilizer misclassification