Denatured Industrial Salt from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Document denaturant type and concentration to prove non-food status and avoid food import inspections
• Specify end-use industries (chemical, textile) in commercial invoice for proper duty assessment
• Maintain batch purity records showing >97% NaCl content