Selenium Dioxide Powder

Pure selenium dioxide (SeO2) in fine powder form, used primarily as a chemical reagent in laboratory settings for organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It falls under HTS 2811.29.20.00 as an inorganic oxygen compound of the nonmetal selenium, specifically classified as selenium dioxide per the tariff schedule. This white crystalline powder is highly reactive and hygroscopic, requiring careful handling.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2828.90.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 25%

If containing >15% selenium but impure or alloyed

Impure selenium compounds may classify under other nonmetal halides/oxides rather than pure SeO2.

2842.90Lower: 13.3% vs 25%

If prepared as a complex salt with metals

Chapter notes specify complex salts of nonmetals go to 2842, not pure inorganic oxygen compounds.

3822Lower: 10% vs 25%

If diagnostic reagents containing SeO2

Lab reagents for analysis, even chemically defined, often shift to 3822 if for specific diagnostic use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity certificate (typically >99%) and provide Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) as it's hazardous (toxic and corrosive)

Ensure packaging complies with UN standards for corrosive solids (Class 8); declare as 'chemically defined' per Chapter 28 notes

Avoid misclassification as selenium metal (2804.90); check for contaminants that could shift to 2842 complex salts