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Sodium Perborate

Sodium perborate tetrahydrate acts as a bleaching agent and oxygen source in detergents. Falls under 2842.90.90 as a salt of peroxoboric acid, an inorganic peroxoacid.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.3%+37.5%40.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

2840.20.00.00Higher: 41.2% vs 40.8%

If borates without peroxo group

Regular borates in 2840; peroxoacid salts specifically 2842 per heading notes.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 40.8%

If in bleaching preparations

Prepared mixtures for retail fall outside pure chemicals to 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Store below 30Β°C to prevent decomposition; note on commercial invoice

β€’ Comply with EPA Safer Choice standards for detergent chemicals

β€’ Use moisture-proof bags to avoid clumping during ocean transit