Coconut Derived Acid Washed Activated Carbon from Japan
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 — 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
• 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