Technical Grade Potassium Bicarbonate Crystals
Technical Grade Potassium Bicarbonate Crystals are industrial-grade potassium hydrogencarbonate (KHCO3) used in water treatment to adjust pH and precipitate calcium. As a chemically defined potassium carbonate salt, it is classified under tariff item 2836.40.00 per Chapter 28 note 1, even with minor impurities typical of technical grade. The product is supplied in bulk crystal form for industrial applications.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is activated carbon, not a potassium salt
Activated carbon is a separate product used in water treatment and classified elsewhere.
If the product is calcium hypochlorite, another water treatment chemical
Calcium hypochlorite is a different inorganic compound with its own tariff classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• For industrial water treatment use, confirm the product meets Canadian environmental regulations for chemical handling and transport
• Declare the exact concentration and impurity profile on the commercial invoice to avoid CBSA reclassification
• If importing in bulk, check if a Canadian Chemical Producers Association (CCPA) safety data sheet is required for clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 2836.40.00
Anhydrous Dipotassium Carbonate 99% Purity
Anhydrous dipotassium carbonate (K2CO3) at 99% purity is a separate chemically defined compound of potassium, falling squarely under tariff item 2836.40.00 for potassium carbonates. It is used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. The product meets Chapter 28 Note 1 criteria as a pure inorganic compound, with no organic or excluded constituents.
Bulk Potassium Hydrogencarbonate for Winemaking
Bulk potassium hydrogencarbonate (KHCO3) for winemaking is a separate chemically defined compound used to reduce acidity in wine must. It is a potassium carbonate salt, specifically the bicarbonate form, which falls under tariff item 2836.40.00 for potassium carbonates. The food-grade purity does not affect classification, and it is not excluded by Chapter 28 notes.
Dipotassium Carbonate Calcined Soda Ash
Calcined dipotassium carbonate, produced from potash, is a form of potassium carbonate (K2CO3) obtained by calcination. It serves as an alkaline agent in textile dyeing and wool processing. As a separate chemically defined compound, it is correctly classified under tariff item 2836.40.00 for potassium carbonates, with no organic or excluded components per Chapter 28 notes.
Dipotassium Carbonate for Glass Flux
Dipotassium carbonate used as a glass flux is a high-purity potassium carbonate (K2CO3) that lowers melting points in flat glass production. It is a separate chemically defined compound, meeting Chapter 28 Note 1 requirements. The product is not excluded by any chapter note, and its industrial use does not alter its classification under tariff item 2836.40.00.
Dipotassium Carbonate Monohydrate Crystals
Dipotassium carbonate monohydrate (K2CO3·H2O) is a hydrated form of potassium carbonate, still a separate chemically defined compound. It is used in laboratory reagents and fine chemical synthesis. The water of hydration is inherent to the compound and does not exclude it from Chapter 28, as it is not a solution but a crystalline hydrate, classifiable under tariff item 2836.40.00.
Dipotassium Carbonate Powder (Technical Grade)
Dipotassium carbonate powder (K2CO3), also known as potash carbonate, is a white, hygroscopic powder for industrial applications like glass and soap production. It is a separate chemically defined compound, meeting Chapter 28 Note 1 criteria. The technical grade does not affect classification, and it falls under tariff item 2836.40.00 for potassium carbonates.