Hydrosulfite-Sulfoxylate Textile Discharge Paste from Japan
Thickened paste combining sodium hydrosulfite and sodium formaldehyde sulfoxylate for screen printing discharge effects on fabrics. This dual-compound inorganic mixture is specifically classified under HTS 3824.99.32.00 for its hydrosulfite and sulfoxylate composition.
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
• Test for both hydrosulfite and sulfoxylate presence to justify dual classification; provide lab assay reports
• Avoid bulk shipping without proper stabilization to prevent decomposition
• Pitfall: incorrect declaration as hazardous waste mixture