Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents; sea water
Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents; sea water
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 2501.00.00.00
Iodized Table Salt
Finely ground pure sodium chloride with added iodine and anti-caking agents for household use. Classified under HTS 2501.00.00.00 as it is table salt containing free-flowing agents. The iodine fortification does not change its primary classification as salt.
Rock Salt for Road Deicing
Coarse granular sodium chloride mined from underground deposits, used primarily for melting ice on roads. Falls under HTS 2501.00.00.00 as pure sodium chloride without prohibited additives. The coarse grain size and industrial packaging suit bulk import.
Sea Water for Aquarium Use
Natural sea water collected and packaged for marine aquariums, containing dissolved sodium chloride. Directly covered by HTS 2501.00.00.00 as explicitly including sea water. Sterile filtration maintains natural composition without altering tariff status.
Denatured Industrial Salt
Pure sodium chloride intentionally denatured with additives to prevent food use, for industrial processes. HTS 2501.00.00.00 explicitly includes denatured salt regardless of anti-caking agents. Denaturants ensure compliance with non-food regulations.
Gourmet Sea Salt Flakes
Hand-harvested evaporated sea water formed into delicate flakes with minimal processing and anti-caking agents. Remains under HTS 2501.00.00.00 as sodium chloride from sea water. Premium packaging for retail gourmet markets.
Solar Evaporated Kosher Salt
Coarse sodium chloride crystals produced by solar evaporation of sea or brine water, meeting kosher certification. HTS 2501.00.00.00 covers all pure sodium chloride production methods. Large crystal size ideal for kosher meat preparation.
Pharmaceutical Grade Sodium Chloride
Ultra-pure sodium chloride meeting USP standards for injection solutions and medical applications. Still classified under HTS 2501.00.00.00 as pure sodium chloride before pharmaceutical formulation. Packed in sterile bulk containers.
Bulk Water Softener Salt Pellets
Compressed sodium chloride pellets designed to dissolve slowly in water softening systems. HTS 2501.00.00.00 includes pure sodium chloride in all forms including formed shapes. High purity prevents equipment scaling.
Himalayan Pink Rock Salt
Natural sodium chloride crystals mined from ancient deposits with trace pink minerals for culinary use. Pure sodium chloride qualifies for HTS 2501.00.00.00 despite natural color variation. Marketed for health benefits from mineral content.
Pool Salt for Chlorine Generators
High-purity solar evaporated sodium chloride specifically formulated for salt water pool chlorinators. Meets HTS 2501.00.00.00 purity standards with minimal impurities. Dissolves to generate chlorine via electrolysis.
Food Grade Vacuum Pan Salt
Fine pure sodium chloride produced by vacuum pan evaporation for food processing. Exceptional uniformity qualifies under HTS 2501.00.00.00 with food contact approvals. Used in meat curing and baking applications.