Ultrawhite Calcium Carbonate 2.5 Micron from Japan
High-brightness (98%+) calcium carbonate with controlled 2.5 micron PSD for premium paper coatings, under HTS 2836.50.00.00. Provides gloss and opacity in inkjet media.
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
• Include ISO 11475 brightness (>96%) and ISO 5457 opacity certifications
• Validate rheology for coating applications per TAPPI standards
• Use anti-settling agents in shipping to maintain suspension stability