Potassium Iodide for Salt Iodization from Germany
Spray-dried potassium iodide for iodization of table salt to combat iodine deficiency in populations. Pure compound under HTS 2827.60.20.00, imported before mixing with sodium chloride. Used by food processors globally.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• FCC food chemical codex certification required; declare as additive not finished food
• Pitfall: Iodized table salt classified in 2501.00, excluded from Chapter 28