Potassium Molybdate Powder

Potassium molybdate (K2MoO4) is an inorganic salt used in pigments, electroplating, and as a corrosion inhibitor. It is classified in HTS 2841.70.5000 as 'other' molybdates, meeting the definition of oxometallic acid salts in Chapter 28.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2829.90Same rate: 13.7%

If treated as a molybdate pigment preparation

Vanadates, molybdates, or tungstates prepared as pigments go to specific subheadings in 2829.

2833.29Same rate: 13.7%

If complexed with sulfites or similar for industrial use

Complex salts with sulfur compounds may classify under sulfites per Chapter notes.

3802.90.50.00Higher: 39.8% vs 13.7%

If when activated as a fungicide compound

Nonspecified activated compounds for insecticides/fungicides fall in 3802.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include supplier's specification sheet confirming anhydrous or hydrated form and absence of organic stabilizers

Avoid packaging for retail sale to prevent shift to 3824; use industrial bulk packaging

Check for REACH-like compliance if transshipping from EU; label for workplace hazards