Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC) from Japan
Precipitated calcium carbonate is a fine, white powder produced by chemical precipitation from calcium hydroxide and carbon dioxide, classified under HTS 2836.50.00.00 as chemically defined calcium carbonate. It is widely used as a filler in paper, plastics, and paints to enhance brightness and opacity.
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
• Verify purity and chemical composition via lab analysis to confirm classification as chemically defined calcium carbonate under Chapter 28
• Provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) showing >95% CaCO3 content to avoid misclassification as mineral products
• Ensure proper labeling as 'precipitated' or 'synthetic' to distinguish from ground limestone