Anhydrous Magnesium Sulfate

Anhydrous magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) is a dry, white powder used as a desiccant in labs and pharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 2833.21.00.00 as a chemically defined sulfate of magnesium per Chapter 28 notes. It absorbs moisture without forming hydrates during standard handling.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2827.32.00.00Higher: 35% vs 28.7%

If containing ammonium as a double salt

Ammonium magnesium salts are classified under heading 2827 for chlorides, but complex sulfates may go to 2842 per Chapter notes.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 28.7%

If chemically defined but put up in retail lab packs

Retail chemical preparations not purely chemically defined may fall under mixtures of Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include drying agent test data in documentation; distinguish from hydrated forms to prevent reclassification; check for pharma-grade certifications like USP if applicable

Related Products under HTS 2833.21.00.00

Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate (Epsom Salt)

Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate, commonly known as Epsom salt, is a chemically defined inorganic salt of magnesium with the formula MgSO4·7H2O. It falls under HTS 2833.21.00.00 as a sulfate of magnesium, used in bath salts, gardening, and as a laxative. This crystalline compound is hydrated and meets Chapter 28 definitions for classification here.

Magnesium Sulfate Monohydrate

Magnesium sulfate monohydrate (MgSO4·H2O), or kieserite, is used in fertilizers and animal feed supplements. It is a sulfate of magnesium under HTS 2833.21.00.00, chemically defined without organic stabilizers. This form is less hydrated than Epsom salt but retains sulfate structure.

Pharmaceutical Grade Magnesium Sulfate

USP-grade magnesium sulfate is a purified heptahydrate used in IV solutions and medical applications. It qualifies under HTS 2833.21.00.00 as a chemically defined magnesium sulfate, excluding organo-inorganic compounds per Chapter notes. High purity ensures medical compliance.

Technical Grade Magnesium Sulfate

Technical grade MgSO4·7H2O is used in industrial processes like paper production and textiles. Classified in HTS 2833.21.00.00 as a magnesium sulfate, chemically defined without Chapter exclusions. Lower purity than pharma but suitable for bulk applications.

Food Grade Magnesium Sulfate

FCC-grade magnesium sulfate serves as a firming agent in canned vegetables and nutritional supplements. Under HTS 2833.21.00.00 as a chemically defined inorganic magnesium sulfate. Meets food chemical codex standards without organic additives.

Magnesium Sulfate for Fireworks

High-purity magnesium sulfate used in pyrotechnic formulations as an oxidizer component. Falls under HTS 2833.21.00.00 as a sulfate of magnesium, chemically defined per Chapter 28. Supplied in granular form for safe industrial blending.