Sodium Nitrite Food Grade USP
High-purity sodium nitrite meeting USP standards for use as a curing agent in meat products like bacon and sausages. Classified under HTS 2834.10.1000 as a sodium nitrite, a chemically defined inorganic compound per Chapter 28 definitions. Imported in 25kg bags with food-grade certifications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | 5.5% | +35.0% | 40.5% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | 5.5% | +10.0% | 15.5% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | 5.5% | +10.0% | 15.5% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | 5.5% | +10.0% | 15.5% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | 5.5% | +10.0% | 15.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-mixed as a food additive preparation
Ready-to-use food additive blends are classified under food preparations, not pure chemicals.
If containing nitrate impurities exceeding nitrite purity
Mixtures of nitrates and nitrites may shift to nitrate headings based on predominant composition.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure COA shows <1ppm heavy metals; use NAICS 311612 for food processors
โข Watch for EU REACH compliance if sourced from Europe
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Sodium Nitrite Industrial Grade
Sodium nitrite (NaNO2) is a white to slightly yellow crystalline powder used primarily in chemical manufacturing and as a corrosion inhibitor. It falls under HTS 2834.10.1000 as a chemically defined inorganic salt of sodium classified as a nitrite per Chapter 28 notes. This product is imported in bulk for industrial applications.
Sodium Nitrite Flakes Pharmaceutical Grade
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Anhydrous Sodium Nitrite Powder
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Sodium Nitrite Technical Grade 98%
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