Sodium Nitrate Crystals
Sodium nitrate (NaNO3) is a white crystalline inorganic salt classified under tariff item 2834.29.00 as an 'other' nitrate. It is commonly used in fertilizers, pyrotechnics, and as a food preservative in cured meats. As a separate chemically defined compound of an inorganic base, it falls within Chapter 28's provisions for nitrates.
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 sodium nitrate is imported as a straight fertilizer
Sodium nitrate fertilizers are classified in Chapter 31 when put up as fertilizers, per Chapter 28 Note 3(c).
If the product is sodium nitrite rather than sodium nitrate
Nitrites are classified separately from nitrates under heading 28.34.
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
• If the sodium nitrate is imported for use as a fertilizer, check whether it should be classified under Chapter 31 instead of Chapter 28
• Ensure the product is pure NaNO3 without added anti-caking agents that could alter its classification
• For food-grade sodium nitrate, verify compliance with Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 2834.29.00
Ammonium Nitrate Prills 34-0-0
Porous ammonium nitrate prills (NH4NO3) at 34% nitrogen, classified under tariff item 2834.29.00 as chemically defined nitrates, not fertilizer preparations. Used in industrial explosives, this product requires careful handling and documentation for Canadian import.
Anhydrous Calcium Nitrate
Anhydrous calcium nitrate is the water-free form of this inorganic calcium salt, used in pyrotechnics, explosives, and as a lab reagent. It is a chemically defined nitrate of calcium, classified under this tariff item as a nitrate.
Barium Nitrate Granules
Barium nitrate (Ba(NO3)2) granules, a chemically defined inorganic nitrate classified under tariff item 2834.29.00 as 'other nitrates' in Canada's Customs Tariff. Primarily used in pyrotechnics for green flame production and in glass manufacturing.
Bismuth Ammonium Nitrate Double Salt
Bismuth ammonium nitrate double salt is a chemical compound consisting of bismuth nitrate and ammonium nitrate, used primarily in specialty fertilizers. It is classified under this tariff item as a nitrate of bismuth, a chemically defined inorganic compound per Chapter 28 notes.
Bismuth(III) Nitrate Anhydrous
Bismuth(III) nitrate anhydrous is a white, highly reactive powder used in organic synthesis and astringent preparations. It is a chemically defined nitrate of bismuth, fitting Chapter 28's scope for separate chemical compounds.
Bismuth Nitrate Flake Form
Bismuth nitrate in flake form is a physical variant of the same chemical compound, used for easy dissolution in industrial processes. The physical form does not affect its classification as a chemically defined nitrate under Chapter 28.