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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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