Sodium Chlorate Crystals from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and chemical composition via lab certification to confirm classification as chemically defined sodium chlorate under Chapter 28
• Obtain proper hazardous materials documentation (DOT/UN labels) as it's an oxidizer; common pitfall is inadequate spill response plans
• Ensure supplier provides COA (Certificate of Analysis) matching subheading note for 'chemically defined' compounds