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Aluminum Hydroxide Powder (Pharmaceutical Grade)

Fine aluminum hydroxide powder used as an antacid in pharmaceutical formulations like heartburn relief tablets. It falls under HTS 2818.30.00.00 as chemically defined aluminum hydroxide, distinct from mixed or impure preparations. Purity exceeds 99% for medical applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2827.32.00Same rate: 35%

If containing fluoride forming aluminum fluorohydroxide

Fluorinated aluminum compounds shift to Chapter 28 fluorides heading due to chemical composition.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If blended with organic stabilizers for specific uses

Preparations with added organics exceed chemically defined scope, falling into chemical preparations.

2841.90.10Higher: 40.5% vs 35%

If calcined to high-temperature form resembling metalloids

Heat-treated forms may classify as rare-earth metal salts if processed beyond basic hydroxide.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify chemical purity via COA to confirm classification as chemically defined aluminum hydroxide, avoiding reclassification as mixtures

Include safety data sheets (SDS) and end-use declarations for pharma imports to comply with FDA and TSCA regulations

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