Spray-Dried Quebracho Extract from China
Spray-dried quebracho extract is a processed, powdered form produced by atomizing liquid extract and drying it into uniform granules for easy handling in tanning drums. Classified in HTS 3201.10.00.00 as it remains a direct vegetable tanning extract without further derivation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Provide spray-drying process certification to confirm no additives; customs scrutinizes for purity
• Label with moisture content (<8%) and shelf-life to prevent spoilage claims during inspection
• Bulk shipments common—ensure IPPC-compliant wood pallets to avoid phytosanitary issues