High Early Strength Portland Cement from Japan
High Early Strength (HES) Portland cement achieves rapid setting for accelerated construction schedules, like road repairs, via finer grind and adjusted chemistry. Classified under HTS 2523.29.00.00 as other Portland cement, as it's not a distinct chemical type like sulfate-resistant. Critical for time-sensitive projects.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Blaine fineness >400 m²/kg certification; shorter shelf life requires quick customs clearance; test hydration heat to avoid misclass as low-heat type