Sodium Acrylate

Sodium acrylate (CH2=CHCOONa) is the sodium salt of acrylic acid, a white hygroscopic powder used in superabsorbent polymer production for diapers and hygiene products. Classified under HTS 2916.11.00.00 per Chapter 29 note on inorganic salts of organic acids. Typically contains minor anticaking agents for handling.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+35.0%39.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

3906.90.50.00Lower: 29.2% vs 39.2%

If polymerized/crosslinked into superabsorbent material

Polymerized acrylates classified under acrylic polymers Chapter 39

2837.19.01Lower: 17.5% vs 39.2%

If marketed primarily as sodium carboxylate without acrylic unsaturation

Generic sodium carboxylates may fall under other alkali metal salts

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 39.2%

If blended with polymers or other absorbents

Chemical preparations containing multiple active ingredients classified in Chapter 38

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare exact sodium content and verify salt formation per Chapter 29 classification notes

Include certificate of analysis showing acrylic acid derivation and purity >98%

Related Products under HTS 2916.11.00.00

Glacial Acrylic Acid

Pure glacial acrylic acid (CH2=CHCOOH) is a colorless liquid unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid used primarily in the production of acrylic polymers and resins. It falls under HTS 2916.11.00.00 as a separate chemically defined organic compound of this heading. Typically supplied in stabilized form for safe transport and storage.

Ammonium Acrylate Solution 25%

Aqueous solution containing 25% ammonium acrylate (CH2=CHCOONH4), used as a reactive monomer in polymer synthesis and water treatment applications. Qualifies under HTS 2916.11.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (d) for products of this heading dissolved in water. Stabilized against polymerization during transport.

Technical Grade Acrylic Acid 99%

Technical grade acrylic acid with 99% purity, containing polymerization inhibitors like hydroquinone, used in manufacturing paints, adhesives, and textiles. Falls under HTS 2916.11.00.00 as chemically defined with stabilizers necessary for transport per Chapter notes. Supplied in 230kg drums.

Potassium Acrylate Powder

Potassium acrylate (CH2=CHCOOK), a white crystalline powder used in agricultural water retention polymers and concrete admixtures. Classified as acrylic acid salt under HTS 2916.11.00.00 per Chapter 29 salt classification rules. May contain anti-caking agent.

Acrylic Acid 80% Aqueous Solution

80% acrylic acid in water solution, used directly in emulsion polymerization for paints and paper coatings. Covered by HTS 2916.11.00.00 under Chapter 29 note (d) for aqueous solutions of heading products. Contains MEHQ inhibitor.