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Kieselguhr Filter Aid from Mexico

Calcined kieselguhr (diatomite) used as a filter aid in brewing and wine production, featuring high porosity and specific gravity under 1. This siliceous earth meets HTS 2512.00.00.00 criteria as a fossil meal.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Ensure FDA compliance for food-grade use with purity certificates; declare calcination status; watch for density testing pitfalls during customs valuation