High-Purity Silica Sand for Glass Manufacturing from Germany
This artificial silica sand contains over 95% silica and less than 0.6% iron oxide, produced by crushing and washing quartz to remove impurities. It is classified under HTS 2506.10.0010 as processed quartz sand (other than natural) meeting the strict purity specifications for optical and container glass production. The low iron content prevents discoloration in high-clarity glass products.
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
• Verify silica content via independent lab analysis (e.g
• XRF spectroscopy) to confirm ≥95% SiO2 and ≤0.6% Fe2O3 for HTS 2506.10.0010 eligibility
• Provide crushing/washing process documentation to distinguish from natural sands (HTS 2505), as statistical note requires non-natural origin