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Colloidal Silver Suspension

Liquid dispersion of silver nanoparticles for antimicrobial applications in supplements and wound dressings. Falls under HTS 2843.10.00.00 as it is a colloidal form of the precious metal silver, with particles suspended without settling.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+37.5%43%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2843.29.01.00Lower: 41.2% vs 43%

If chemically defined silver salts

Silver nitrate or other soluble salts are inorganic compounds of silver, not colloids.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 43%

If sold as antimicrobial additive for retail

Retail-packaged chemical preparations with silver shift to mixtures heading.

3003.39Lower: 12.5% vs 43%

If incorporated in medicated wound dressings

Finished medicinal products containing silver colloids classify under medicaments.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for true colloidal state vs ionic silver, as ionic solutions classify differently

• Include safety data sheets due to potential antimicrobial claims triggering FDA oversight

• Declare exact silver concentration to prevent undervaluation penalties