Chromium III Sulfate Tanning Agent
Chromium III sulfate is an inorganic tanning substance used in the leather industry to convert animal hides into durable leather through chrome tanning. It falls under HTS 3202.90.50.00 as an other inorganic tanning substance not specifically covered elsewhere in heading 3202.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as pure chemical without tanning labeling
Pure chloride oxides and chlorides of rhodium classified under inorganic chemicals of Chapter 28, not tanning substances.
If for finishing operations post-tanning
Leather finishing preparations fall under heading 3809, separate from initial tanning agents.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify chemical purity and provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous material classification during customs clearance
• Ensure compliance with REACH regulations for chromium compounds in the EU market
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Synthetic Naphthalene Sulfonic Acid Tanning Agent
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Aluminum Isopropoxide Tanning Complex
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Titanium Dioxide Tanning Stabilizer
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