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Sodium Permanganate Crystals

Pure sodium permanganate (NaMnO4) in crystalline form, a strong oxidizing agent used in chemical synthesis and water purification. Classified under HTS 2841.69.0010 as a permanganate salt of sodium, fitting the definition of salts of peroxometallic acids in Chapter 28.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+37.5%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2825.90Lower: 16.2% vs 42.5%

If mixed with antimony, arsenic, or copper

Antimony permanganates or those mixed with other metals fall under other antimony compounds in heading 2825.

3808.94.50Same rate: 42.5%

If put up as disinfectant for retail sale

Herbicides or disinfectants containing permanganates in retail packaging shift to Chapter 38 per chapter exclusions.

2841.90.10.00Higher: 43% vs 42.5%

If in solution exceeding 50% concentration

Aqueous solutions of manganates/permanganates are classified separately from solid forms in 2841.90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify purity certificate to confirm it meets 'chemically defined' criteria under Chapter 28 notes, avoiding reclassification

• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and proper UN packaging labels for Hazard Class 5.1 oxidizer to comply with DOT regulations

• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient documentation on oxidizing properties, which can lead to holds at customs