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Scrub Salt

Scrub salt, also known as sea salt scrub, is an abrasive exfoliant used in personal care and cleaning applications. It primarily consists of sodium chloride (salt) crystals, often combined with other ingredients for enhanced benefits and scent.

Material

The core component is typically sea salt, harvested from ocean water through evaporation. Different types of sea salt are used, influencing crystal size and mineral content. Common sources include the Mediterranean Sea, Dead Sea, and Celtic salt marshes. Beyond salt, formulations often include:

• Carrier Oils: Such as coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, providing moisturization and aiding in the application of the salt.
• Essential Oils: For fragrance and therapeutic properties (e.g., lavender for relaxation, peppermint for invigoration).
• Botanicals: Dried herbs, flower petals, or fruit zests for additional exfoliation, scent, or visual appeal.
• Humectants: Like glycerin or honey, to attract and retain moisture in the skin.

Purpose & Function

The primary function of scrub salt is exfoliation, the removal of dead skin cells from the skin's surface. This process provides several benefits:

• Smoother Skin: Removing dead cells reveals brighter, softer skin.
• Improved Circulation: The abrasive action stimulates blood flow.
• Detoxification: While not a true detoxification, exfoliation can aid in lymphatic drainage and remove surface impurities.
• Preparation for Other Treatments: Exfoliation allows for better absorption of moisturizers, lotions, and self-tanners.
• Muscle Relaxation: When used with massage techniques, the salt can help soothe sore muscles.

Usage Scenarios

• Body Scrubs: The most common application, used in the shower or bath to exfoliate the entire body.
• Facial Scrubs: Finer grain salts are used for gentle facial exfoliation (use with caution, as facial skin is more sensitive).
• Foot Scrubs: Coarser salts are effective for removing rough skin on feet and heels.
• Scalp Scrubs: Can help remove product buildup and dandruff (use with caution, avoid open wounds).
• Cleaning: Coarse salt can be used as a mild abrasive cleaner for cast iron cookware and other surfaces.

Common Types

• Fine Grain Salt Scrubs: Suitable for facial use and sensitive skin.
• Medium Grain Salt Scrubs: Versatile for body exfoliation.
• Coarse Grain Salt Scrubs: Ideal for foot scrubs and areas with thicker skin.
• Flavored/Scented Scrubs: Incorporate essential oils, botanical extracts, or other fragrances.
• Dead Sea Salt Scrubs: Rich in minerals, believed to have therapeutic benefits for skin conditions.
• Celtic Sea Salt Scrubs: Grey in color, containing trace minerals and often unrefined.

Scrub salt typically consists of salt crystals combined with other ingredients for abrasive cleaning or exfoliation. Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant:

• 2501000000: This HS code covers Salt (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 water. This is applicable if the scrub salt primarily consists of salt and potentially contains additives for flow or anti-caking purposes. The basic duty is 0.0%, with an additional duty of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total duty of 55.0%.

• 1302390090: This HS code covers Vegetable saps and extracts; pectic substances, pectinates and pectates; agar-agar and other mucilages and thickeners, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products: Mucilages and thickeners, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products: Other Other. If the scrub salt contains significant amounts of vegetable-derived thickeners or mucilages as part of its formulation, this code may be applicable. The basic duty is 3.2%, with an additional duty of 7.5%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total duty of 40.7%.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'scrub salt' are limited, with only the following 2 found.

It is important to note that the final HS code classification will depend on the specific composition of the scrub salt. If the scrub salt contains ingredients beyond salt and vegetable-derived components, further analysis may be required.