Air-Floated Kaolin from Japan

Kaolin clay processed by air flotation to remove coarse particles, used in paints and rubber. Remains under HTS 2507.00.00.00 as physical processing doesn't change natural clay classification.

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%

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Import Tips

• Processing declaration needed to prove air-flotation vs chemical dispersion

• Brightness index (GE scale) documentation standard for paint grade

• Anti-caking agents minimal; excess additives risk Chapter 38 classification