Dense Soda Ash (Light Soda Ash Alternative) from China
Dense soda ash is a high-density granular form of disodium carbonate produced via the Solvay process, ideal for detergent and chemical synthesis applications. Classified under HTS 2836.20.00.00 due to its chemical identity as Na2CO3, distinct from other carbonate salts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label with exact Na2CO3 content and density specs (e.g
• 0.9-1.1 g/ml); watch for contamination that could reclassify as mixtures
• Use ISPM-15 compliant pallets for bulk shipments to prevent quarantine issues