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U.S. imports of mono- or disodium phosphates (HS 283522) totaled $2.3M in July 2026, traded with 16 countries.
Importers of Mono- or Disodium Phosphates paid $336K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $2.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Mono- or Disodium Phosphates imports of $2.3M in July 2026 ran 38% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.7M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataMonosodium phosphate (MSP) and disodium phosphate (DSP) are food-grade and industrial-grade buffering agents, emulsifiers, and sequestrants used across processed foods, dairy products, detergents, and water treatment. Germany leads US imports under this heading, with China and France also significant sources. All material—regardless of grade—enters under the single tariff line 2835220000, but food-grade shipments are subject to FDA admissibility review, and importers should maintain certificates of analysis confirming compliance with applicable food-additive specifications.
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85 shipments/mo
Subheading 6 of 8 in heading 2835
Subheading 283522 · $2.3M of $46.9M
Both are classified under 2835220000, but they differ in pH and functional properties: monosodium phosphate is more acidic and used as a buffering agent, while disodium phosphate is mildly alkaline and commonly used as an emulsifying salt in processed cheese and as a sequestrant. Buyers should specify which form is required in purchase contracts, as suppliers may ship either unless the grade is explicitly stated.
Yes. Food-grade mono- and disodium phosphates are subject to FDA oversight as food additives. Importers should be prepared to provide certificates of analysis, manufacturer information, and prior notice of food import as required by FDA regulations. Admissibility determinations can be complex, and consultation with a licensed customs broker or regulatory specialist is advisable.
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Imports
$2.3MYoY · Pro
Exports
$1.5MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2835220000 | Mono- or Disodium Phosphates | $2.3M | 14.35% | 93.78% | $336K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2835220000 | Mono- or Disodium Phosphates | $1.5M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · July 2026
origin
Germany and China together supply 61% of it.
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rate provision · imports
6.2% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 14.35%.