Sodium Aluminosilicate Zeolite A from Japan
Sodium aluminosilicate, known as Zeolite A, is a synthetic aluminosilicate used primarily as a detergent builder and water softener. It falls under HTS 2842.10.00.00 as a chemically defined double or complex silicate. This microporous crystalline structure exchanges calcium ions for sodium ions in laundry applications.
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 definition via Certificate of Analysis to confirm classification; ensure SDS includes CAS number for customs clearance; watch for misclassification as simple silicates under 2811