Sodium Fluoride Powder from Mexico
Sodium fluoride (NaF) is a white crystalline powder used primarily as a fluoridating agent in water treatment and toothpaste formulations. It falls under HTS 2826.19.20.00 as a chemically defined fluoride of sodium, distinct from complex fluorine salts. This inorganic compound is essential for dental health applications and industrial processes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify purity levels and ensure COA (Certificate of Analysis) documentation to confirm it meets 'chemically defined' criteria per Chapter 28 notes
• Comply with EPA regulations for fluoride imports used in drinking water
• Avoid misclassification as a pesticide if labeled for pest control