Iron(II) Sulfate Monohydrate

Iron(II) sulfate monohydrate (FeSO4·H2O), also known as melanterite, serves as a reducing agent and iron supplement in animal feed. It is classified under HTS 2833.29.20.00 for iron sulfates, excluding those specified elsewhere in the chapter.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2309.90.42Lower: 25% vs 35%

If when incorporated into complete animal feeds

Prepared animal feeds with added iron sulfates classify in Chapter 23.

2833.27.00.00Lower: 25.6% vs 35%

If primarily a barium-iron sulfate complex

Sulfates of specific metals like barium have dedicated subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure certificates of analysis specify monohydrate form and iron purity over 99%

Comply with FDA feed additive regs by providing toxicology data for animal use

Watch for oxidation during shipping; use inert atmosphere packaging to maintain classification

Related Products under HTS 2833.29.20.00

Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate

Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate (FeSO4·7H2O) is a pale green crystalline compound used primarily as a nutrient supplement in agriculture and water treatment. It falls under HTS 2833.29.20.00 as a sulfate of iron, specifically classified among other iron sulfates due to its chemical definition as an inorganic iron salt.

Ferric Sulfate Anhydrous

Ferric sulfate (Fe2(SO4)3) in anhydrous form is a yellow to brown powder used in water purification and as a coagulant. Classified under HTS 2833.29.20.00 as an other sulfate of iron, meeting Chapter 28 criteria for chemically defined inorganic iron compounds.

Ferric Ammonium Sulfate

Ferric ammonium sulfate ((NH4)Fe(SO4)2·12H2O) is used in analytical chemistry and as a mordant in dyeing. It qualifies under HTS 2833.29.20.00 as a sulfate of iron, treated as a metal salt per Chapter 28 notes on complex salts.

Copperas Crystals (Ferrous Sulfate)

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.

Iron(III) Sulfate Solution (45% Fe2(SO4)3)

A 45% aqueous solution of iron(III) sulfate used in wastewater treatment and etching. Though a solution, it remains under HTS 2833.29.20.00 when chemically defined as iron sulfate concentrate.

Ferrous Sulfate Granules for Agriculture

Granulated ferrous sulfate heptahydrate designed for soil amendment to correct iron deficiencies in crops. Falls under HTS 2833.29.20.00 as a pure iron sulfate, not yet a formulated fertilizer.