Food Processing Caustic Potash Beads

Food-grade potassium hydroxide beads for cocoa processing and chocolate production, low impurity. Under HTS 2815.20.00.90 as other bead form of KOH. Chemically pure alkali base.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+25.0%25%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

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

2106.90.46.00Lower: 17.5% vs 25%

If food preparation containing KOH

Food preps with chemical additives may fall under Chapter 21.

2836.50.00.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If converted to calcium carbonate form

Secondary carbonates from KOH processes classify in 2836.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ File FDA Prior Notice and provide food contact compliance cert for processing aids

β€’ Ensure beads are free-flowing; clumped product risks quality rejection

β€’ Label clearly as 'food processing aid' to guide regulators

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