Plaster of Paris Powder from China
Plaster of Paris powder is the classic beta-hemihydrate calcined gypsum used universally for casts, molds, and sculptures. HTS 2520.20.00.00 covers this pure form without added retarders or accelerators beyond trace amounts. Essential material for hospitals, artists, and DIY crafters worldwide.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Request purity certificate showing >95% calcium sulfate hemihydrate content
• Avoid 'medical grade' labeling unless meeting pharmaceutical standards to prevent Chapter 30 classification
• Confirm particle size distribution suitable for intended use; ultrafine grades may face different scrutiny