English China Clay Ball Clay Blend from Japan
This blend combines English ball clay with china clay for improved workability in translucent porcelain. Still classified under HTS 2508.40.0110 if ball clay characteristics predominate, as per 'other ball clays'.
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
• Blend ratios must be documented; >50% ball clay keeps 2508 classification
• Test for plasticity to confirm vs. pure kaolin