HS code for sea salt

HS code

2501.00

US HTS code

2501.00.00

US general duty

Free

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Salt of all kinds, including sea salt and Himalayan pink salt, is 2501.00.

US tariff lines under 2501.00

US HTS codeDescriptionGeneral duty
2501.00.00Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents; sea waterFree

Import duty on sea salt by country

Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for sea salt?
The international HS code for sea salt is 2501.00. Salt of all kinds, including sea salt and Himalayan pink salt, is 2501.00.
Q2What is the US import duty on sea salt?
Under HTS 2501.00.00, the US general duty rate is Free. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.
Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for sea salt?
2501.00.00.00.
Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first 6 digits (2501.00) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.