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Sodium Permanganate Crystals from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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