Lead Stabilizer Red Lead Granules from Japan
Granulated red lead used as heat stabilizer in PVC compounds for electrical insulation and pipes. HTS 2824.90.20.00 applies as it's chemically defined red lead oxide, not an organo-lead compound excluded by notes. Provides thermal stability during extrusion.
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
• Confirm no organic modification; pure inorganic oxides only stay in 2824
• REACH compliance for EU exports; declare stabilizer end-use
• Granule size affects flow; mismatched specs trigger re-inspection