USP Grade Sodium Bicarbonate
Pharmaceutical-grade sodium hydrogencarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) meeting USP standards for purity, used in antacid formulations and as a buffering agent in medications. It falls under HTS 2836.30.00.00 as it is a chemically defined inorganic carbonate of sodium, specifically sodium hydrogencarbonate, per Chapter 28 notes excluding organic compounds.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed into commercial ammonium carbonate blends
Commercial ammonium carbonate containing ammonium carbamate falls under 2836.20, distinct from pure sodium bicarbonate.
If mixed with organic stabilizers or additives exceeding Chapter 28 purity limits
Mixtures with organic substances become 'other chemical preparations' in 3824, per Chapter 28 note exclusions.
If formulated as fertilizer grade with nitrogen/phosphorus additions
Fertilizer mixtures containing carbonates are classified in Chapter 31 per note 3 exclusions from Chapter 28.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certificate and USP compliance documentation to meet FDA import requirements for pharmaceutical ingredients
• Ensure proper labeling as 'sodium hydrogencarbonate' or 'sodium bicarbonate' with CAS number 144-55-8 for CBP classification
• Avoid misclassification as baking soda for retail; bulk pharma shipments require chemical analysis certificates
Related Products under HTS 2836.30.00.00
Pharmaceutical Sodium Bicarbonate API
Active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) sodium hydrogencarbonate for effervescent tablets and injectables, compliant with EP/USP monographs. Falls under 2836.30.00.00 as chemically defined sodium carbonate per Chapter 28 definitions.
Baking Soda Industrial Bulk
Bulk sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) for food processing plants, fire extinguisher charges, and cleaning compounds. Classified in HTS 2836.30.00.00 as pure sodium hydrogencarbonate, not retail-packed per Chapter exclusions.
Sodium Bicarbonate for Dialysis
Sterile, high-purity sodium hydrogencarbonate powder for hemodialysis buffer solutions in medical facilities. HTS 2836.30.00.00 covers this as chemically defined inorganic compound per Chapter 28.
Effervescent Base Sodium Bicarbonate
Granular sodium hydrogencarbonate used as base for effervescent formulations in tablets and powders. Pure form under 2836.30.00.00 as inorganic carbonate, excluding mixtures.
Water Treatment Sodium Bicarbonate
Sodium hydrogencarbonate for pH adjustment in municipal water treatment and swimming pools. HTS 2836.30.00.00 for pure industrial chemical carbonate.
Fire Extinguisher Grade Sodium Bicarbonate
Micronized sodium bicarbonate powder for ABC dry chemical fire extinguishers. Classified 2836.30.00.00 as pure chemical before extinguisher assembly.