Coconut Derived Acid Washed Activated Carbon from Germany
Acid-washed activated carbon from coconut shells to reduce ash content for ultrapure applications like pharmaceuticals. Under HTS 3802.10.0020 as coconut-derived activated carbon, post-washed for minimal impurities.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Detail acid wash process (HCl/HF) and neutralization in tech data sheet
• USP compliance testing for pharma use; avoid misclassification as spent carbon
• Neutral pH confirmation post-wash to pass lab inspections