Sodium Metal Ingots from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30.5%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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