Strontium Chlorate Crystals from China
Strontium chlorate (Sr(ClO3)2) crystals serve in pyrotechnics for red flame effects and matches. Under HTS 2829.19.01.00 as 'other' chlorates for inorganic metal salts. Pure form excluded from Chapter 31 per notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include strontium content assay to distinguish from bromates (2829.90)
• Use licensed importers for explosive precursors to avoid ITC restrictions
• Package in moisture-proof bags within drums for stability