HS Code for Saccharin

Saccharin and its salts are classified under HS code 2925.11. This classification is determined by the chemical structure of the substance, which is an imide (specifically ortho-benzoic sulfimide). Chapter 29 of the Harmonized System covers organic chemicals, and heading 2925 is designated for carboxyimide-function compounds and imine-function compounds. Saccharin is a widely used artificial sweetener, and its classification includes the pure acid form as well as its various salts, such as sodium saccharin and calcium saccharin. These salts are often preferred in industrial applications due to their higher solubility in water. The classification remains 2925.11 as long as the product is a chemically defined organic compound and has not been mixed with other substances to create a prepared food sweetener.

Products Included

• Pure saccharin (ortho-benzoic sulfimide)
• Sodium saccharin
• Calcium saccharin
• Saccharin salts in powder or granular form
• Insoluble saccharin

Common Misclassification

Saccharin is often misclassified under HS code 2106.90, which covers food preparations not elsewhere specified. This occurs when saccharin is sold as a table-top sweetener blend containing fillers like dextrose or maltodextrin. Another common error is 2924.29, which covers other cyclic amides; however, because saccharin is specifically an imide, 2925.11 is the correct and more specific code. It should also not be confused with other sweeteners like aspartame (2924.29) or sucralose (2932.99).

FAQ

What is the HS code for Saccharin?

The HS code for pure saccharin and its salts is 2925.11.

Are liquid sweeteners containing saccharin under this code?

No, liquid or blended sweeteners are usually classified under 2106.90 as food preparations, rather than 2925.11 which is for the pure chemical.