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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2530.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If marketed primarily for mineral supplement rather than seasoning

Earth colors and mineral mixtures fall under heading 2530.

2517.49.00.00Same rate: 35%

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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