Coconut Derived Acid Washed Activated Carbon from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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