Anthracite Coal Powdered Activated Carbon for Decolorization from Germany
Powdered activated carbon from anthracite coal used in food and beverage decolorization processes. HTS 3802.10.0010 classification due to coal source and activation for color removal in sugar refining. Meets food-grade standards with low ash content.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• FDA food contact compliance docs mandatory for decolorization claims
• Ash and moisture content specs (<5%) critical for entry validation
• Avoid generic 'PAC' labeling; specify coal origin explicitly