Chalk Powder for Industrial Fillers from Japan
Finely ground natural chalk powder (calcium carbonate) used as a filler in paints, plastics, and rubber manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2509.00.20.00 as 'other' chalk, distinct from processed or writing chalk.
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
• Ensure particle size specs match industrial grade to prevent misclassification as pigment; include safety data sheets for dust hazards; declare exact CaCO3 content to avoid 2530 earth color shifts