2836.20.00.00/Trona-Derived Synthetic Soda Ash/Japan

Trona-Derived Synthetic Soda Ash from Japan

Trona-derived synthetic soda ash is processed from natural trona ore into disodium carbonate for soap and paper industries. Classified under HTS 2836.20.00.00 post-processing as chemically defined Na2CO3.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Distinguish from raw trona via processing certs; low iron content (<0.1%) key for glass grade

• Use ventilated containers to manage moisture