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Anhydrous Calcium Chloride Pellets

Anhydrous calcium chloride (CaCl2) in pellet form is a highly hygroscopic inorganic compound employed in industrial drying processes and dust control. Classified under HTS 2827.20.00.00 as a pure chloride of calcium per Chapter 28 notes on metal salts.

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.

2833.29Lower: 13.7% vs 35%

If complexed with other metals as a double salt

Double or complex salts of inorganic bases are directed to heading 2842, excluding simple calcium chloride.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If sold in retail packs with stabilizers

Retail preparations containing calcium chloride as a minor component become chemical mixtures under 3824, not pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide lab assay confirming anhydrous state to prevent reclassification; comply with IMDG for moisture-sensitive shipping; check for anti-dumping duties on certain origins

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