Sulfoxylate Bleach for Paper Manufacturing from Japan
Mixture containing sodium sulfoxylate with inorganic activators used in paper pulp bleaching processes to remove color impurities. Classified in HTS 3824.99.32.00 specifically for sulfoxylate compound mixtures in industrial applications.
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
• Document end-use as paper bleaching to distinguish from textile applications
• Ensure mixture stability testing for ocean transport
• Pitfall: confusion with chlorine-based bleaches (2828)