Sodium Nitrate Crystals

Sodium nitrate (NaNO3) is a white crystalline inorganic salt classified under HTS 2834.29.51.00 as a nitrate of an inorganic base other than those specified elsewhere. It is commonly used in fertilizers, pyrotechnics, and as a food preservative.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+25.0%28.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%3.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%3.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%3.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%3.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3102.50.00Lower: 25% vs 28.5%

If when imported specifically for fertilizer use

Fertilizer-grade nitrates are classified in Chapter 31 based on end-use, overriding Chapter 28 chemical classification.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 28.5%

If blended with other chemicals exceeding 0.5% impurities

Mixtures or preparations not chemically defined fall under heading 3824 as chemical products not elsewhere specified.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity and chemical composition via lab analysis to confirm classification as chemically defined nitrate under Chapter 28

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Certificates of Analysis in documentation to avoid misclassification as mixtures

Check for food-grade certifications if intended for E251 preservative use to comply with FDA import requirements