Technical Grade Potassium Sorbate 98%

98% purity technical grade potassium sorbate for industrial applications like polymer stabilization, under HTS 2916.19.10.00. Still qualifies as chemically defined sorbic acid salt per chapter 29 despite lower purity. Used in coatings and adhesives preservation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

2916.19.50.00Lower: 28.7% vs 38.1%

If purity <97% or mixed isomers present

Lower specification products classify as 'other' unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid salts.

3815.90.50.00Higher: 40% vs 38.1%

If incorporated in polymer reaction catalysts

Catalyst compositions containing potassium sorbate fall under Chapter 38.

3907.99.50Higher: 41.5% vs 38.1%

If used in synthetic polymer manufacturing

Polymer additives and stabilizers classify under Chapter 39 when integral to plastic production.

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Import Tips & Compliance

File TSCA Premanufacture Notice for new chemical uses and SDS

Purity testing via HPLC required at entry

Distinguish from food-grade to avoid FDA scrutiny

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