Sodium Valerate

Sodium pentanoate (sodium valerate) is the sodium salt of pentanoic acid, classified under HTS 2915.60.50.00 as a salt of 'other' butanoic/pentanoic acids. Applied in chemical synthesis and as a food additive.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.1%+35.0%37.1%
🇲🇽Mexico2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇨🇦Canada2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇩🇪Germany2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇯🇵Japan2.1%+10.0%12.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

2915.70.01Higher: 40% vs 37.1%

If specific enumerated salt of these acids

Dedicated salt subheadings take precedence over 'other' when applicable.

3105.90.00Lower: 25% vs 37.1%

If marketed as mineral/chemical fertilizer

End-use as fertilizer excludes from Chapter 29 per note 2 to Chapter 31.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm organic base classification per Chapter Note (C)(1); inorganic salt analysis required

White powder UN 1759 Class 8; ensure anti-caking agent qualifies under Note (f)