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HS Code 2815.12 : Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda)

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), in aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda) is 2815.12. Under the 2026 Peru (SUNAT), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0% [SUNAT Peru].

Chapter

Ch 28

Heading

2815

Subheading

2815.12

PE MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 28

Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda); potassium hydroxide (Caustic potash); peroxides of sodium or potassium

Heading 2815

2815

Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda); potassium hydroxide (Caustic potash); peroxides of sodium or potassium

Subheading .12

.12

Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda)

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Peru (SUNAT Aduanas)

2815.12

Representative MFN Ad Valorem Rate

Verified July 2026 · SUNAT Source

MODULE 5: PERU IMPORT DUTY & IGV BREAKDOWN

SUNAT Base MFN Duty

Ad Valorem Tariff [SUNAT]

Impuesto General a las Ventas (IGV+IPM)

18.00 %

CIF + Duty Base [IGV 16% + IPM 2%]

De Minimis Threshold

USD $200

Customs Exemption

Notice: Peruvian customs entry, NANDINA tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 18% IGV/IPM are governed by Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas y de Administración Tributaria (SUNAT). Always verify declarable lines with SUNAT prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

EU CBAM Covered Sector

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda)

MODULE 11: SUNAT Advance Classification Ruling

Legally binding classification rulings issued by SUNAT for HS 2815.12.

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SUNAT Peru Customs Lines (2815.12)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Peru (SUNAT): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 0%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (SUNAT Peru).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
2815.11	Subheading under Heading 2815	Compare Subheading 2815.11 →
2815.20	Subheading under Heading 2815	Compare Subheading 2815.20 →
2815.30	Subheading under Heading 2815	Compare Subheading 2815.30 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

SUNAT Peru Customs Portal ↗

Official Peru SUNAT tariff schedule, 18% IGV, and CPTPP rules.

SUNAT Advance Classification Ruling System ↗

SUNAT official binding advance classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda)?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda) is classified under HS 2815.12 (Heading 2815, Chapter 28). The representative PE MFN general duty rate is 0%.

How is HS 2815.12 distinguished within Heading 2815 (Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda); potassium hydroxide (Caustic potash); peroxides of sodium or potassium)?

Heading 2815 covers Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda); potassium hydroxide (Caustic potash); peroxides of sodium or potassium. Subheading 2815.12 specifically isolates Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda). Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 2815.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 2815.12?

Related subheadings under Heading 2815 include 2815.11, 2815.20, 2815.30. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda)?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 2815.12 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda)?

Commercial shipments of Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda) with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 2815.12?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 2815.12 in Peru?

Commercial imports of Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda), In aqueous solution (Soda lye or liquid soda) under HS 2815.12 into Peru are subject to 18% IGV (16% IGV + 2% IPM), assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Peru?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Peru is USD $200. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Peru?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and SUNAT Advance Classification Ruling System for HS 2815.12 are administered by SUNAT (Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas).

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