Potassium Permanganate Crystals

Pure potassium permanganate (KMnO4) in crystalline form, a dark purple oxidizing agent used in water treatment and laboratory applications. Classified under HTS 2841.61.00.00 as it is specifically the potassium salt of permanganic acid, fitting the definition of permanganates in Chapter 28.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2829.90.40.00Lower: 38.1% vs 40%

If impure or containing additives like stabilizers

Impure mixtures or preparations of potassium permanganate fall under other inorganic acid salts, not pure permanganates.

3808.94.10.00Lower: 31.5% vs 40%

If specifically formulated as a disinfectant for retail sale

Pesticide-formulated permanganates are classified in Chapter 38 as disinfectants, based on end-use preparation.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40%

If imported as a chemical mixture for laboratory use

Complex lab preparations or mixtures not purely chemically defined shift to 'other chemical preparations' in heading 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain proper chemical safety data sheets (SDS) and ensure labeling complies with OSHA and EPA hazardous materials regulations

Verify purity certificates to confirm it meets 'chemically defined' criteria under Chapter 28 notes, avoiding misclassification