Sodium Nitrite Flakes Pharmaceutical Grade from Mexico
Pharmaceutical-grade sodium nitrite in flake form used in antidotes for cyanide poisoning and diagnostic reagents. It is a pure sodium nitrite, fitting HTS 2834.10.1000 under nitrites of sodium as per subheading note for chemically defined compounds. Typically imported in small, sealed drums.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include DMF or CEP for pharma imports; classify under 325412 NAICS
• Common pitfall: incorrect storage declarations leading to hazmat delays