Food Grade Coconut Activated Carbon for Decolorization from Germany
NSF-certified food-grade activated carbon from coconut shells for sugar refining and beverage decolorization. Classified in HTS 3802.10.0020 for its coconut derivation, meeting strict purity standards for direct food contact.
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
• Secure FDA prior notice and food contact substance notification if processed foods involved
• Provide heavy metals analysis (<0.5 ppm lead) and microbial testing for food safety compliance
• Use super sacks with liners; declare as food processing aid to avoid cosmetic duties