Basic Copper Chloride

Basic copper chloride (Cu2Cl(OH)3) serves as a feed additive for livestock to provide copper nutrition and improve growth performance. Classified as copper chloride hydroxide under HTS 2827.41.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+25.0%28.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%3.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%3.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%3.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%3.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 28.9%

If premixed into complete animal feed

Feed preparations containing the compound classify as prepared animal feeds.

3101.00.00.00Lower: 25% vs 28.9%

If for agricultural fertilizer use

Fertilizer-grade copper compounds fall under Chapter 31 per exclusion notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include AAFCO certification for animal feed use compliance

Test for heavy metal contaminants per FDA feed additive regulations

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