Calcium Iodide Anhydrous

Calcium iodide anhydrous is a white powder used as an expectorant in veterinary medicine and animal feed additives for iodine supplementation. It qualifies under HTS 2827.60.51.00 for other iodide salts of inorganic bases as per Chapter 28 notes. The compound is highly soluble and deliquescent.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+25.0%29.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%4.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%4.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%4.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%4.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 29.2%

If incorporated into complete animal feed

Prepared animal feeds containing iodides are classified in Chapter 23 by end-use, not as pure chemicals.

2836.92.00.00Same rate: 29.2%

If complex calcium salts with carbonate

Complex salts like calcium iodate-carbonate fall under heading 2836 for carbonates per Chapter notes.

3003.39Lower: 10% vs 29.2%

If medicated for veterinary bulk drugs

Bulk veterinary medicaments shift to Chapter 30 when formulated for therapeutic use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain AAFCO certification if destined for animal feed to meet FDA import requirements

Test for heavy metal contaminants as per pharmacopeia standards before entry

Declare exact water content (anhydrous vs hydrated) to prevent reclassification as a different chemical form

Related Products under HTS 2827.60.51.00

Potassium Iodide USP Grade

Potassium iodide is a chemically defined inorganic salt of potassium and iodide, used primarily as a nutritional supplement for iodine deficiency prevention and in radiation emergency kits. It falls under HTS 2827.60.51.00 as 'other' iodides, distinct from specific iodides like sodium iodide. This white crystalline powder meets purity standards for pharmaceutical applications.

Sodium Iodide Crystals

Sodium iodide in crystalline form is an inorganic iodide compound used in the production of silver iodide for cloud seeding and photographic films. Classified under HTS 2827.60.51.00 as 'other' iodides, it is a simple metal salt meeting Chapter 28 definitions. The hygroscopic crystals require sealed packaging to prevent moisture absorption.

Zinc Iodide Powder

Zinc iodide is a chemically defined inorganic compound used as a disinfectant, in dental adhesives, and as a reagent in organic synthesis. It is classified in HTS 2827.60.51.00 as other iodides, excluding organo-inorganic types per Chapter exclusions. The yellowish powder is soluble in water and alcohol.

Ammonium Iodide Crystals

Ammonium iodide crystals serve as expectorants in pharmaceuticals, photographic chemicals, and feed additives. As an ammonium salt, it fits HTS 2827.60.51.00 under 'other' iodides per Chapter 28 notes on metal/ammonium salts. The colorless to white crystals are unstable above 551°C.

Magnesium Iodide Powder

Magnesium iodide powder is utilized in Grignard reagent synthesis and as a pharmaceutical intermediate for magnesium supplementation. It is an 'other' iodide under HTS 2827.60.51.00, a simple inorganic salt of magnesium. The compound appears white to yellowish and is highly reactive with water.

Barium Iodide Hydrate

Barium iodide dihydrate is used in scintillation detectors and as a reagent in analytical chemistry. Classified as 'other' iodides in HTS 2827.60.51.00, it is a chemically defined inorganic compound excluded from luminophore exceptions. The colorless crystals are soluble in water.