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Gourmet Sea Salt Flakes from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

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

Gourmet Sea Salt Flakes from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2501.00.00.00