2520.10.00.00/Agricultural Gypsum Pellets/Japan

Agricultural Gypsum Pellets from Japan

Pelletized natural gypsum for soil pH adjustment and sulfur supplementation. Remains under HTS 2520.10.00.00 as uncalcined gypsum, valued in farming for improving clay soils. Pelleting is mechanical, not chemical processing.

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

• Fumigation certificates if pellets contain organic binders, though pure gypsum exempt

• Label as 'not for human consumption' to avoid food additive scrutiny

• Weight certificates critical for pelleted forms due to uniform density