Sodium Metal Ingots

Pure sodium metal in ingot form, an alkali metal used primarily in chemical synthesis and alloy production. Classified under HTS 2805.19.90.90 as an alkali metal other than sodium in aqueous solution. It is highly reactive and stored under oil to prevent reaction with air or moisture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%5.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2805.12.00Higher: 38% vs 30.5%

If in aqueous solution

Sodium in aqueous solution falls under specific subheading 2805.12 for solutions.

2853Lower: 12.8% vs 30.5%

If alloyed with >15% phosphorus as phosphor copper equivalent

Certain phosphides like copper phosphide >15% P classify under 2853 per chapter note.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 30.5%

If chemically doped for electronics in disc/wafer form

Doped elements cut into wafers classify in 3818/3824, not Chapter 28 per chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain special permits for reactive metals; ensure transport under inert conditions per DOT regulations

Provide purity certificates (>99%) and MSDS; declare exact weight and packaging (e.g

oil-sealed)

Avoid common pitfalls like improper labeling as hazardous material, risking customs delays