GCP TIPS Sikaplast Accelerator for Cold Weather Concreting from Germany
A calcium chloride-free accelerating admixture that speeds up cement hydration for faster setting in low-temperature conditions. Falls under HTS 3824.40.5000 as a prepared additive for concrete set control. Critical for winter construction projects requiring rapid strength gain.
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
• Confirm chloride-free status with lab analysis; obtain set-time performance data per ASTM C494 Type C; avoid contamination during bulk liquid transport