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
14.8%
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
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