Paper Industry Quicklime from Japan
Reactive quicklime powder used in kraft pulping for caustic recovery cycles and brightness control. Under HTS 2522.10.00.00 as quicklime from limestone calcination.
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%
Import Tips
• Specify pulp-grade reactivity standards; moisture content <0.5% required
• Bulk super-sacks preferred over drums for cost efficiency