Foundry Grade Bentonite from Japan
Selected bentonite with optimal montmorillonite content for green sand molding in metal casting foundries. As a raw, unexpanded clay, it precisely matches HTS 2508.10.00.00 specifications in the clays hierarchy.
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%
Import Tips
• Supply methylene blue clay test results to verify active clay content above 80%
• Avoid coal dust blends at import; those classify under 2701 or 2530 mixtures
• Use ISPM-15 compliant pallets for foundry bulk shipments to prevent fumigation delays