U.S. imports of Sodium Dichromate (HS 284130) totaled $131K in August 2026, imported from 1 country.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSodium dichromate is a hexavalent chromium compound and one of the most potent oxidizing agents in industrial chemistry, serving as a precursor to chromic acid, leather tanning agents, and corrosion-inhibiting pigments. Its hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) content places it under strict EPA and OSHA hazard communication requirements, and its use in many downstream applications is increasingly restricted under environmental regulations. South Africa and India are the leading US suppliers, with South Africa's position reflecting its integrated ferrochrome and chromate chemical industry. Importers must file an EPA TSCA certification and should verify whether the specific end-use triggers additional EPA reporting under the Toxic Release Inventory (TRI).
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Beyond the TSCA import certification, facilities that manufacture, process, or otherwise use sodium dichromate above threshold quantities must report annually to the EPA Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) under Section 313 of EPCRA, as hexavalent chromium compounds are listed TRI chemicals. Importers who are also end-users should assess whether their annual throughput triggers TRI reporting thresholds. Consult a licensed customs broker and environmental compliance counsel for entry and post-import obligations.
South Africa holds some of the world's largest chromite ore reserves and has a vertically integrated chromium chemicals industry that processes ore through ferrochrome to chromate salts including sodium dichromate. This integration gives South African producers a structural feedstock cost advantage. Importers relying heavily on this single source should monitor both geopolitical supply conditions and evolving Cr(VI) regulatory restrictions in end-use markets, which are gradually reducing global demand for hexavalent chromium compounds.
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$131KYoY · free account
Low of 8 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.4M of Sodium Dichromate.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Subheading 7 of 7 in heading 2841
Subheading 284130 · $131K of $89.3M
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2841300000 | Sodium Dichromate | $131K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Imports · August 2026
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100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.