2815.30.00.00 - Peroxides of sodium or potassium

This HTS category, 2815.30.00.00, specifically covers peroxides of either sodium or potassium. These are chemical compounds characterized by the presence of a peroxide group (O₂²⁻) bonded to sodium or potassium cations. Examples include sodium peroxide (Na₂O₂) and potassium peroxide (K₂O₂), which are often encountered in solid form and possess strong oxidizing properties. Their primary applications are typically found in industrial processes requiring potent oxidizing agents, such as bleaching, chemical synthesis, and as components in pyrotechnics.

It is important to distinguish this classification from its siblings, 2815.10.00.00 (Sodium hydroxide) and 2815.20.00.00 (Potassium hydroxide). While all fall under the broader heading of sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, and peroxides of sodium or potassium, this particular category is exclusive to the peroxide compounds. Sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide, also known as caustic soda and caustic potash respectively, are strong bases and are chemically distinct from their peroxide counterparts. They are primarily used in different industrial applications, such as soap manufacturing, pulp and paper production, and pH control.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification under 2815.30.00.00 is determined by the chemical identity of the product as a peroxide of either sodium or potassium. Importers and exporters should ensure that the goods precisely match the chemical definition of a peroxide of sodium or potassium to ensure accurate classification, rather than falling under the hydroxides of these elements.