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Food-Grade Synthetic Silica Gel Capsules from Japan

Encapsulated synthetic silica gel approved for moisture control in food packaging. Classified in HTS 2811.22.10.00 as synthetic silicon dioxide meeting food contact standards.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide FDA compliance letters and 21 CFR 177.1200 certifications

• Ensure no heavy metal leachables per FCC specs

• Capsule material (e.g

• Tyvek) doesn't affect silica classification