U.S. imports of Mono- or Disodium Phosphates (HS 283522) totaled $1.7M in August 2026, imported from 17 countries.
Importers of Mono- or Disodium Phosphates paid $271K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 15.52% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 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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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.
Subheading 7 of 8 in heading 2835
Subheading 283522 · $1.7M of $38.7M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2835220000 | Mono- or Disodium Phosphates | $1.7M | 15.52% | 100.00% | $271K |
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 | $1.9M |
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.
ImportsExports
Imports
$1.7MYoY · free account
Exports
$1.9MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $20.2M of Mono- or Disodium Phosphates and exported $19.8M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Germany and China together supply 69% of it. China pays 36.3% duty; Germany 8.8%.
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entry
rate provision · imports
duty collected equals 15.52% of imports for consumption.