Bentonite for Cat Litter Base from Germany
Granular sodium bentonite clay serving as the absorbent core material for clumping cat litters, imported in bulk for further processing. HTS 2508.10.00.00 applies to this unprepared clay, not final consumer preparations excluded to other chapters.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare as raw material only; scented or treated versions shift to Chapter 23 as animal bedding
• Ensure granulation is mechanical only, not chemically bound, to stay in clays heading
• Comply with USDA APHIS for pet-related imports; provide purity affidavits