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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported pre-assembled in water softener filter cartridges
Parts of water treatment machinery take precedence over salt content.
If chemically enhanced with resin regeneration compounds
Prepared chemical compositions for water treatment.
If treated with bactericides for finishing agents
Water treatment chemicals shift classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify pellet dissolution rate and purity to meet plumbing code specifications
• Specify 99.6%+ minimum NaCl content for water treatment applications
• Use palletized moisture-proof bags for bulk container shipments
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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.