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Potassium Hypochlorite Crystals

Crystalline potassium hypochlorite used in water treatment and bleaching applications. Falls under HTS 2828.90.00.00 as an 'Other' hypochlorite of an inorganic base, distinct from calcium hypochlorite.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+37.5%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2847.00.00Same rate: 41.2%

If stabilized as hydrogen peroxide-urea adduct

Urea-solidified hydrogen peroxide falls under heading 2847 per Chapter 28 notes.

3808.94.50Higher: 42.5% vs 41.2%

If for agricultural/horticultural pesticide use as disinfectant

Chemicals put up for retail pesticide sale classified in Chapter 38 based on end use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide chemical analysis certificates proving hypochlorite content meets Chapter 28 chemical definition

• Comply with EPA registration if destined for pesticide/water treatment use in the US

• Package in moisture-proof containers to prevent decomposition during transit