Potassium Bicarbonate for Swimming Pool pH Balancer from Japan
Granular potassium bicarbonate for swimming pool pH balancing is a pure potassium hydrogencarbonate (KHCO3) used to raise alkalinity. It is a separate chemically defined compound, classifiable under tariff item 2836.40.00. The granular form and pool application do not alter classification, as it is not a prepared mixture.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the product is not blended with cyanuric acid or other pool chemicals, which would make it a preparation
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing purity
• For pool use, verify no colorants or anti-caking agents beyond safety are added, as those could shift classification