</>Build with Tariff Intelligence|Programmatic access to tariff calculations and HS code classification.Explore Developer Resources →
2803.00.00.50/Vegetable Carbon Black/Japan

Vegetable Carbon Black from Japan

Vegetable carbon black from pyrolysis of plant materials, used as food coloring E153. HTS 2803.00.0050 includes this pure carbon form when meeting chemical definition. Distinguish from organic colorants.

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%
Calculate with your customs valueVerify classification with AI

Import Tips

• Food grade certification (E153) and heavy metal analysis required

• Confirm vegetable origin vs. animal (bone black) for labeling

• Prevent confusion with activated charcoal supplements

Vegetable Carbon Black from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2803.00.00.50