Glass Grade Silica Sand from Japan
Low-iron silica sand (<0.02% Fe2O3) from natural deposits for container glass production. Fits HTS 2505.10.5000 as 'other' silica sands, with iron content verified below metal-bearing thresholds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit iron oxide assays (<0.05%) to Customs for verification
• Avoid flux additives pre-import, risking Chapter 28 chemical status
• Use ISPM-15 compliant bulk bags for phytosanitary compliance