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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%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

• 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