Industrial Xanthan Gum for Oil Drilling from Germany
High-viscosity xanthan gum in primary powder form for use in oilfield drilling fluids as a rheology modifier. Falls under HTS 3913.90.20.15 as a xanthan gum polysaccharide derivative not elsewhere specified. Provides suspension properties in harsh downhole conditions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide technical data sheets showing shear-thinning properties; comply with EPA regulations for drilling additives; use moisture-proof bags for transoceanic shipping