U.S. imports of Sodium Chlorate (HS 282911) totaled $13.7M in August 2026, imported from 5 countries.
Importers of Sodium Chlorate paid $885 in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 0.01% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Sodium Chlorate imports of $13.7M in August 2026 ran 21% above the year-to-date monthly average of $11.4M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSodium chlorate is a primary bleaching chemical for the pulp and paper industry, where it is converted on-site to chlorine dioxide for kraft pulp bleaching. Canada dominates US imports under the single 10-digit line (2829110000), a pattern driven by Canada's large integrated pulp sector and proximity to US paper mills. As a strong oxidizer, sodium chlorate is regulated under DOT hazardous materials rules and is subject to DEA reporting requirements in some jurisdictions due to its potential precursor use; importers should verify all applicable federal agency obligations before entry.
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282 import shipments a month
Canada has a large pulp and paper manufacturing base that produces sodium chlorate at scale, and its geographic proximity to US paper mills minimizes transport costs for this heavy, bulk oxidizer. Integrated North American supply chains under USMCA further facilitate cross-border trade in this commodity.
Sodium chlorate is a Division 5.1 oxidizer under DOT regulations, requiring UN-approved packaging, hazard labeling, and dangerous goods documentation. Importers should also confirm TSCA inventory status and check whether the specific grade or quantity triggers any EPA or DEA notification obligations, as sodium chlorate can be a regulated precursor in certain contexts. A licensed customs broker with chemical commodity experience can help navigate these requirements.
ImportsExports
Imports
$13.7MYoY · free account
Exports
$2.3MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $137.0M of Sodium Chlorate and exported $30.2M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2829110000 | Sodium Chlorate | $13.7M | 0.0064% | 0.06% | $885 |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2829110000 | Sodium Chlorate | $2.3M |
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.
Subheading 1 of 3 in heading 2829
Subheading 282911 · $13.7M of $14.8M
Imports · August 2026
origin
Canada and United Kingdom together supply 100% of it. United Kingdom pays 10.0% duty; Canada 0.0%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
99.9% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.01% of imports for consumption.