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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If flavored with herbs, spices, or smoke beyond trace natural elements
Flavored salt mixtures classify as seasoned food products.
If primarily sulphur content from specific volcanic sources
Sulphur-bearing mineral products take precedence.
If in large pebble form for decorative rather than culinary use
Chapter note prioritizes pebbly forms to heading 2517.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include harvest location and evaporation method certification for authenticity claims
• FDA prior notice required for retail food salt imports with consumption advisories
• Test for heavy metals common in sea products to meet import safety standards
Related Products 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.
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.