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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with soil conditioners for agricultural use
Products with nitrites intended as fertilizers fall under Chapter 31 per chapter note exclusions.
If in chemical preparations or mixtures
Blended formulations are classified as chemical preparations, not pure compounds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity levels (>99%) with lab certificates to meet chemically defined criteria; ensure proper Hazard Class 5.1 labeling for oxidizing properties
• Avoid misclassification as fertilizer-grade under Chapter 31
Related Products under HTS 2834.10.10.00
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.
Sodium Nitrite Flakes Pharmaceutical Grade
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.
Anhydrous Sodium Nitrite Powder
Anhydrous, high-assay sodium nitrite powder (>99.5%) for dye manufacturing and metal treatment processes. Directly classified as sodium nitrite under HTS 2834.10.1000, meeting Chapter 28's chemically defined inorganic salt criteria. Shipped in moisture-proof packaging.
Sodium Nitrite Technical Grade 98%
Technical grade sodium nitrite at 98% purity for water treatment and antifreeze production. Falls under HTS 2834.10.1000 as a nitrite of sodium, chemically defined per subheading note. Commonly imported in 50kg HDPE bags.