Anhydrous Magnesium Sulfate from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.7%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include drying agent test data in documentation; distinguish from hydrated forms to prevent reclassification; check for pharma-grade certifications like USP if applicable