2836.99.50.50/Potassium Bicarbonate Powder/Mexico

Potassium Bicarbonate Powder from Mexico

Potassium bicarbonate is a white, crystalline powder used as a leavening agent in baking, pH buffer in beverages, and fire suppressant. It qualifies under HTS 2836.99.5050 as an 'other' carbonate of an inorganic base (potassium), adhering to Chapter 28 restrictions on carbon compounds. This food-grade chemical is stable and soluble in water.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

3.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Obtain FDA prior notice and food-grade certifications if destined for consumables; USP grade requires additional pharma docs

• Segregate from ammonium carbonates to avoid statistical breakout confusion under 2836.99.50

• Bulk shipments need proper ventilation to prevent caking; declare accurately to avoid penalties for under-valuation

Potassium Bicarbonate Powder from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2836.99.50.50