HS Code for Sodium Nitrate 2025 Guide
TL;DR: The **HS code for sodium nitrate is 3102.50** worldwide in 2025. This guide details classification, regional updates, shipping rules, tariffs, and compliance tips for exporters and e-commerce sellers.
What Is the HS Code for Sodium Nitrate? Basics Explained
The HS code for sodium nitrate is 3102.50, classifying it as a nitrogenous fertilizer.** HS codes, or Harmonized System codes, standardize global trade classification.
- Developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO)
- Updated every 5 years; next major revision in 2027
- Used for duties, statistics, and regulations
- Over 5,000 categories cover all goods
- 6 digits universal; countries extend to 8-12 digits
In 2025, sodium nitrate stays under Chapter 31 for fertilizers.
HS Code 3102.50 Breakdown for Sodium Nitrate
HS code 3102.50 precisely identifies sodium nitrate (NaNO3) in 2025.**
- 31: Fertilizers
- 3102: Inorganic nitrogenous fertilizers
- 3102.50: Sodium nitrate specifically
This code applies globally for the first 6 digits. No WCO changes impact it until 2027.
2025 Regional HS Code Changes for Sodium Nitrate
Several 2025 HS code changes affect sodium nitrate shipments regionally.**
| Region | 2025 Update | Impact on 3102.50 |
|---|
| USA | HTS mandatory for de minimis (Aug 2025) | Use 3102.50.00 |
| GCC Countries | 12-digit HS from Jan 1 | Add 4 local digits to 3102.50 |
| EU | Combined Nomenclature 2025 | 3102.50 unchanged |
| China | National tariff adjustments | Monitor 3102.50 extensions |
| Australia | HS 2022 carryover | Stable at 3102.50.00 |
Source: WCO HS Nomenclature 2022, regional customs sites (2025 updates).
Key Uses of Sodium Nitrate Under HS Code 3102.50
Sodium nitrate's versatility boosts its trade volume under HS code 3102.50.**
- Fertilizer: Provides nitrogen for crops
- Industrial oxidizer: Pyrotechnics and explosives
- Glass manufacturing: Clarifying agent
- Food preservative: Limited curing applications
- Metal treatment: Pickling and refining
2025 demand rises in organic farming sectors.
How to Ship Sodium Nitrate Safely in 2025
Shipping sodium nitrate requires strict hazardous rules despite stable HS code 3102.50.**
- Classified as UN 1498, Division 5.1 oxidizer
- IMDG sea freight: Specific stowage
- IATA air: Quantity limits per package
- Always include SDS and hazard labels
- Declare HS code 3102.50 on customs forms
Check 2025 IATA DGR for latest limits.
GCC 12-Digit HS Codes for Sodium Nitrate 2025
GCC's 2025 shift to 12-digit HS codes impacts sodium nitrate exporters.**
- Affects Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain
- Base: 3102.50 + 6 national digits
- Mandatory for e-commerce from Jan 1, 2025
- Improves tariff accuracy and compliance
- Example: Saudi may use 3102.50.XX.XX
Tariffs and Duties for HS Code 3102.50 in 2025
Tariffs on sodium nitrate HS code 3102.50 vary by destination in 2025.**
- USA: Generally duty-free under fertilizer provisions
- EU: 0-6.5% depending on origin
- China: 5-10% import duty
- India: Up to 10% + GST
- Use official tariff tools for exact rates
Free trade agreements can reduce duties.
FAQ: HS Code for Sodium Nitrate Questions
- What is the exact HS code for sodium nitrate?
- The HS code for sodium nitrate is 3102.50 worldwide.
- Has the sodium nitrate HS code changed in 2025?
- No, 3102.50 remains stable with no WCO revisions until 2027.
- Is sodium nitrate hazardous under HS 3102.50?
- Yes, it's a Class 5.1 oxidizer requiring UN packaging and labels.
- What are GCC HS codes for sodium nitrate in 2025?
- GCC uses 12-digit codes starting with 3102.50 from January 2025.
- Can sodium nitrate ship by air with HS 3102.50?
- Yes, in limited quantities per IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
- How to find country-specific HS code for sodium nitrate?
- Add national digits to base 3102.50 using official customs databases.
- What documents need HS code 3102.50 for export?
- Include it on invoice, packing list, and customs declaration.
- Does EU 2025 change sodium nitrate HS code?
- No, it stays 3102.50 in the Combined Nomenclature.
- What tariffs apply to HS code 3102.50?
- Rates vary; check WTO bindings or national tariff schedules.
- Where to verify sodium nitrate HS classification?
- Use WCO HS database or national customs portals.
Resources for HS Code Compliance 2025
Updated by Tiffany Lee, Logistics Expert.
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