Sodium Hypochlorite Solution (Bleach)
Aqueous solution of sodium hypochlorite, commonly known as liquid bleach, used for disinfection and laundry. Classified under HTS 2828.90.00.00 as a chemically defined hypochlorite compound of sodium, falling within the 'Other' category of hypochlorites excluding commercial calcium hypochlorite.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If formulated with surfactants or additives for retail cleaning
Blended cleaning preparations for retail sale shift from pure chemicals to mixtures in Chapter 38.
If containing sodium percarbonate instead of hypochlorite
Peroxides and peroxocarbonates of inorganic bases are classified under heading 2836, not hypochlorites.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify concentration and purity to confirm classification as chemically defined hypochlorite per Chapter 28 notes
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and proper UN hazard labeling for corrosive liquid shipments
• Avoid misclassification as household bleach preparations under 3824 if not chemically pure
Related Products under HTS 2828.90.00.00
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.
Lithium Hypochlorite Powder
Dry powder form of lithium hypochlorite used in swimming pool sanitization. HTS 2828.90.00.00 covers this as an other hypochlorite, chemically defined per Chapter 28 Note 1.
Magnesium Hypochlorite Solution
Aqueous magnesium hypochlorite for industrial bleaching and disinfection. Classified in 2828.90.00.00 as other hypochlorites, meeting inorganic compound criteria excluding Section V products.
Barium Hypochlorite
Barium hypochlorite compound used in pyrotechnics and specialty bleaching. HTS 2828.90.00.00 includes this rare earth hypochlorite as 'Other' per chemical definition.
Sodium Chlorite Powder
Sodium chlorite (NaClO2) powder used for chlorine dioxide generation in water treatment. Falls under HTS 2828.90.00.00 as 'Other' chlorites explicitly listed in the heading.
Calcium Chlorite Solution
Non-commercial calcium chlorite aqueous solution for specialty oxidation processes. HTS 2828.90.00.00 as 'Other' chlorites, separate from commercial calcium hypochlorite.