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2508.40.01.50/Sepiolite Meerschaum Ore/Japan

Sepiolite Meerschaum Ore from Japan

Natural sepiolite clay mineral, known as meerschaum ore, used for pipes and absorbents. Falls under HTS 2508.40.0150 as other clays, explicitly covered in heading 2530 note but prioritized here if not polished.

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

• Specify if raw ore vs. polished pieces; raw classifies as clay, polished under 2530

• Include XRF analysis showing hydrous magnesium silicate composition

Sepiolite Meerschaum Ore from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2508.40.01.50