Sika Control AE 100 Viscosity Modifying Agent from Japan
A polymer-based viscosity modifier that stabilizes concrete aggregates to prevent segregation in self-consolidating concrete. Falls under HTS 3824.40.5000 as a prepared concrete flow control additive. Critical for high-rise construction and precast elements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Validate slump flow tests per EFNARC guidelines; disclose polymer composition for TSCA; ship in nitrogen-blanketed containers to prevent degradation