Nitric Acid 68% Technical Grade
Technical grade nitric acid (HNO3 68%) of US origin, sent abroad for calibration standards and returned in original drums without modification. Chapter 28 HTS 2808.00 product eligible under 9801.00.10.27 for unchanged returns.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not qualifying as returned US goods
Standard inorganic acid classification without special Chapter 98 treatment
If temporary export for repairs/alterations
Repaired containers or altered goods use 9802 warranty provisions
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure proper HAZMAT declarations match export documentation
• Provide spectroscopic analysis confirming identical composition pre/post-export
• Avoid reclassification by documenting original US manufacturing certificates
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