2508.10.00.00/Agricultural Bentonite Sealant/Japan

Agricultural Bentonite Sealant from Japan

Coarse sodium bentonite pellets for pond liners and irrigation canal sealing in farming applications. Remains under HTS 2508.10.00.00 as unprocessed bentonite clay, not fabricated into setts or excluded products.

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

• Certify low heavy metal content for ag use; EPA soil standards may apply at entry

• Declare swell index; poor performers risk rejection as substandard clay

• Bulk import economically; retail bags suggest preparation under other headings