Rochelle Salt Food Grade Sequestrant

FCC-grade potassium sodium tartrate approved as GRAS for use in canned foods and beverages as a sequestrant. Precisely matches HTS 2918.13.3000 description for this specific tartaric acid double salt. Prevents metal ion precipitation and discoloration in food processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2918.12.00.00Same rate: 35%

If cream of tartar (potassium bitartrate) instead

Different tartrate salt composition classified under preceding numerical subheading.

2106.90.52.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If pre-formulated into food preparations exceeding 25% purity

Food preparations containing the compound classified by food use, not pure chemical.

3824.30.00.00Higher: 38.6% vs 35%

If non-hazardous chemical preparations for ion exchange

Mixtures put up for specific food industry applications fall outside pure compound classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include FDA GRAS affirmation letter and FCC certificate; heavy metals must be <10 ppm

Label containers 'Food Grade Chemical - Keep Dry' with lot number and repack date

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