Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 28342951 - Nitrates, nesoi

Nitrates, nesoi, classified under HS code 28342951, are chemical compounds that contain the nitrate ion (NO3-). They are commonly used in various industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals.

These nitrates are subject to a bound / MFN duty rate of 3.5%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it has to do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This ensures fair and equal treatment in international trade.

The quantity unit for nitrates, nesoi, is kilograms (KG). This measurement is used to determine the weight or amount of the product being imported or exported.

There are several special tariff preference programs that offer duty-free treatment for nitrates, nesoi, classified under HS code 28342951. These programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): Provides duty-free treatment for eligible products imported from certain developing countries.
• Australia Special Rate: Offers special tariff rates for imports from Australia.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Provides preferential tariff rates for imports from Bahrain.
• NAFTA for Canada: Grants duty-free treatment for imports from Canada under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Chile Special Rate: Offers preferential tariff rates for imports from Chile.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Provides duty-free treatment for eligible products imported from certain Caribbean countries.
• Israel Special Rate: Grants duty-free treatment for imports from Israel.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Offers preferential tariff rates for imports from Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate: Provides preferential tariff rates for imports from Jordan.
• Morocco Special Rate: Grants special tariff rates for imports from Morocco.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Offers duty-free treatment for imports from Mexico under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Oman Special Rate: Provides preferential tariff rates for imports from Oman.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Offers preferential tariff rates for imports from DR-CAFTA countries.
• Peru Special Rate: Grants preferential tariff rates for imports from Peru.
• Singapore Special Rate: Provides preferential tariff rates for imports from Singapore.

When it comes to importing nitrates, nesoi, classified under HS code 28342951, the United States has no specific exporting states listed. However, it is important to note that these nitrates can be imported into any state in the US, subject to the regulations and requirements set by the US customs authorities.

nitrates, nesoi, classified under HS code 28342951, are versatile chemical compounds used in various industries. They are subject to a 3.5% duty rate, and there are several special tariff preference programs that offer duty-free treatment for these products. Importers and exporters should be aware of the specific regulations and requirements when dealing with nitrates, nesoi, to ensure compliance with international trade laws.