Monosodium Citrate Fine Powder

Monosodium citrate (NaH2C6H5O7), the acid sodium salt of citric acid, technically falls under HTS 2918.15.1000 as it's specified for sodium citrate broadly, though primarily trisodium. Used as dough conditioner in baking and acidity regulator.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2918.15.50.00Lower: 38.7% vs 41.5%

If classified as other citric acid salts

Customs may prefer general subheading for mono-sodium vs specific tri-sodium provision.

2833.19.00.00Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If considered polyphosphate salt

Acid salts with multiple functions sometimes classified under inorganic phosphates.

3824Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If buffer blends with other acids

Acidulant mixtures classify as food chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify mono- vs tri-sodium on commercial invoice to avoid disputes over salt stoichiometry

FCC grade requires pH range 3.5-3.8 verification for food applications

Fine powder form needs dust control certification for safe handling

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Sodium Citrate Dihydrate USP

Sodium citrate dihydrate is the hydrated form of trisodium citrate (C6H5Na3O7·2H2O), a sodium salt of citric acid classified under HTS 2918.15.1000 as a salt of citric acid with alcohol function. It is widely used as a pharmaceutical buffering agent and anticoagulant in blood collection tubes.

Trisodium Citrate Powder BP

Trisodium citrate BP grade is a high-purity sodium salt of citric acid used in European pharmacopeia standards, falling under HTS 2918.15.1000 due to its classification as a citric acid salt. This fine white powder serves as a pH regulator in injectable formulations and effervescent tablets.

Pharma Grade Sodium Citrate Granules

Granular sodium citrate specifically manufactured for pharmaceutical applications, classified under HTS 2918.15.1000 as the sodium salt of citric acid. These granules offer improved flowability for tablet compression and direct capsule filling in drug manufacturing.

Sodium Citrate FCC Grade

Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) grade sodium citrate is a purified trisodium citrate salt suitable for food and pharma applications, classified specifically under HTS 2918.15.1000. It functions as a sequestrant, emulsifier, and acidity regulator in beverages and processed foods.

Sodium Citrate with Stabilizer

Sodium citrate containing minimal stabilizer (per Chapter Note 29(f)) remains classified under HTS 2918.15.1000 as the additions are necessary for preservation/transport only. Used in effervescent formulations where caking prevention is critical.

EP Grade Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate

European Pharmacopoeia (EP) grade trisodium citrate dihydrate meets stringent purity standards for medicinal use, classified under HTS 2918.15.1000. Essential for parenteral nutrition solutions and lyophilized injectables.