Iodized Table Salt from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Verify iodine content labeling complies with FDA standards to avoid reclassification as a food additive

• Provide certificates of analysis confirming purity as sodium chloride over 97% to prevent duties under chemical headings

• Check for anti-caking agent declarations; excessive additives may trigger food safety inspections