Ceramic Grade Powdered Steatite from Japan
Powdered natural steatite (talc) for electrical porcelain insulators and ceramic bodies. HTS 2526.20.00.00 covers this crushed form used in high-temperature firing. Provides thermal stability.
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 loss on ignition and plasticity index for ceramic suitability
• Bulk super-sack packaging common; ensure IPPC markings
• Avoid declaring as finished ceramic to stay in chapter 25