Sodium Metal Ingots from China
Pure sodium metal cast into ingots, typically 99.9% purity, used in industrial applications like alloy production and chemical synthesis. Classified under HTS 2805.11.00.00 as it is elemental sodium, an alkali metal in unalloyed form. Supplied in sealed containers to prevent reaction with air or moisture.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.8%
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
• Obtain special permits for hazardous materials due to sodium's high reactivity with water and air; ensure UN-approved packaging
• Provide certificates of purity and analysis from accredited labs to verify elemental sodium content
• Avoid common pitfalls like improper storage during transit, which can lead to fires; use inert atmosphere shipping