Sodium Permanganate Crystals from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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