Sodium Chlorate Crystals

Pure sodium chlorate (NaClO3) in crystalline form, a chemically defined inorganic salt used primarily as a bleaching agent in the pulp and paper industry. It falls under HTS 2829.11.00.00 as a chlorate of sodium, distinct from other metal chlorates or perchlorates.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2836.40Lower: 11.3% vs 35%

If supplied as a stabilized mixture with organic substances

Stabilized chlorates fall under heading 2831 per chapter note, shifting from pure sodium chlorates.

3808.94.50Lower: 30% vs 35%

If imported as a formulated herbicide or pesticide ingredient

End-use as agricultural chemical may reclassify to Chapter 38 for disinfectants and pesticides.

2843.10.00.00Higher: 40.5% vs 35%

If for industrial pyrotechnic or explosive preparations

Mixtures containing sodium chlorate for fireworks or matches move to heading 2843 for inorganic products in specific preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify purity and chemical composition via lab certification to confirm classification as chemically defined sodium chlorate under Chapter 28

β€’ Obtain proper hazardous materials documentation (DOT/UN labels) as it's an oxidizer; common pitfall is inadequate spill response plans

β€’ Ensure supplier provides COA (Certificate of Analysis) matching subheading note for 'chemically defined' compounds