Sodium Perborate Tetrahydrate from Canada

Sodium perborate tetrahydrate is a white, odorless powder used primarily as a bleaching agent and oxygen source in laundry detergents and cleaning products. It falls under HTS 2840.30.0050 as a peroxoborate (perborate), specifically classified as 'other' peroxoborates excluding the common monohydrate form. This chemically defined inorganic compound releases hydrogen peroxide when dissolved in water, making it essential for stain removal.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify purity and hydrate form via certificate of analysis to confirm classification under 2840.30.0050 and avoid reclassification as 2840.30.0010

Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and proper UN packaging certification for oxidizer handling during customs clearance

Check REACH or TSCA compliance for end-use in cleaners to prevent delays from environmental regulations