Pozzolanic Hydraulic Cement Blend from Japan
Blend of Portland clinker (<50%), fly ash, and gypsum creating hydraulic set via pozzolanic reaction. HTS 2523.90.00.00 for such composite other hydraulics. Sustainable alternative for low-carbon concrete.
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
• Clinker fraction analysis critical; >50% becomes Portland cement
• Fly ash quality certs (Class F/C) required for green building claims
• Avoid declaring as 'slag substitute' which confuses with 2523.28