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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marketed primarily for mineral supplement rather than seasoning
Earth colors and mineral mixtures fall under heading 2530.
If large decorative chunks rather than culinary crystals
Chapter note prioritizes pebbly decorative stones.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Lab analysis confirming dominant NaCl composition prevents mineral mixture classification
• Include radiation testing certificates from Pakistan Khewra mine sources
• Retail grind size packaging requires FDA nutrition labeling
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