Copperas Crystals (Ferrous Sulfate) from Mexico

Copperas, or green vitriol, refers to large crystals of ferrous sulfate heptahydrate used in gardening and pigment production. Classified in HTS 2833.29.20.00 as other sulfates of iron, distinct from alums.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Use commercial invoices specifying 'copperas' with chemical formula for Customs

Test for heavy metal impurities to meet environmental import standards

Ship in HDPE drums to prevent leakage common with hydrated salts