Stabilized Calcium Hypochlorite Briquettes from Mexico
Briquetted calcium hypochlorite stabilized against decomposition, containing 70% chlorine for drinking water treatment. Classified under HTS 2828.10.00.00 as commercial/other calcium hypochlorites, provided stabilizers are inorganic per chapter notes. Briquettes facilitate easy dosing in municipal systems.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document stabilizer types to confirm inorganic status; EPA registration if for potable use
• Pitfall: organic stabilizers may trigger Chapter 29 reclassification