Plaster of Paris Powder from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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