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Zinc Oxide French Process White Seal from China

Premium French process zinc oxide (White Seal grade) for paints, coatings, and ceramics providing opacity and UV resistance. HTS 2817.00.00.00 applies to this pure zinc oxide produced via vapor oxidation.

Duty Rate — China → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify production method (French vs

• American process) on invoice for quality verification

• Oil absorption values should match grade specifications to avoid undervaluation claims

• Ensure REACH compliance documentation if from EU sources