Sodium Formaldehyde Sulfoxylate
> Sodium formaldehyde sulfoxylate is a sulfoxylate reducing agent used in polymerizations and dye discharge printing. It is a chemically defined inorganic compound, and as a sulfoxylate it falls under tariff item 2831.90.00 for other dithionites and sulphoxylates. The product is not organically stabilized in a way that excludes it from Chapter 28.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a dithionite rather than a sulfoxylate
The subheading separates dithionites and sulphoxylates; sodium dithionite is named.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• > Verify that the product does not contain organic compounds beyond the formaldehyde moiety, as organo-inorganic compounds are excluded from Chapter 28 unless listed in Note 2
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm the chemical structure
• Check if the product is classified as a hazardous material for shipping
Related Products under Tariff item 2831.90.00
Ammonium Dithionite Solution
> Ammonium dithionite in aqueous solution acts as a reducing bleach for textiles and paper. As a chemically defined inorganic compound of dithionite, it falls under tariff item 2831.90.00 for other dithionites and sulphoxylates. The aqueous solution is a normal method of putting up for safety and transport, consistent with Chapter 28 Note 1.
Potassium Dithionite
> Potassium dithionite is a strong reducing agent used in chemical synthesis and wastewater treatment. As a chemically defined inorganic salt of dithionite, it is classified under tariff item 2831.90.00 for other dithionites. It is not organically stabilized and meets Chapter 28 Note 1 criteria.
Sodium Dithionite
> Sodium dithionite, also known as sodium hydrosulfite, is a white crystalline powder used as a reducing agent in textile bleaching and vat dyeing. It is a chemically defined inorganic compound and falls under tariff item 2831.90.00 as 'other' dithionites, since it is not specifically named in the subheading.
Zinc Dithionite
> Zinc dithionite is an inorganic salt used in industrial reducing applications, particularly in pulp and paper bleaching. As a chemically defined dithionite, it falls under tariff item 2831.90.00 for other dithionites. It meets Chapter 28 Note 1 requirements as a separate chemical compound.