Quartz Sand for Water Filtration from Germany
Natural quartz sand granules used in residential and commercial water filters, washed but unprocessed. Classified under HTS 2505.90.00.00 as 'other' natural sands without metal content. Ideal for pool and aquarium filtration due to uniform grain size.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include grain size specifications and purity certificates to prove natural sand status
• Ensure no chemical coatings; treated filtration media falls outside natural sands
• Declare exact end-use on entry to avoid scrutiny for industrial mineral classification