Sodium Naphthenate Flotation Collector from Mexico
Despite subheading focus on water-insoluble salts, sodium naphthenate (soluble variant) is sometimes included; used as ore flotation collector in mineral processing. HTS 3824.99.7550 for other naphthenic preparations in mining. Selectively floats copper/molybdenum sulfides.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm insolubility equiv via pH adjustment tests per rulings
• MSHA approval for underground use; bulk liquid IBC compliance
• Alternative 2837 if simple carboxylate salts