Acid-Activated Kaolin Clay for Edible Oil Refining from Japan

Sulfuric acid-activated kaolin clay used as a bleaching adsorbent in palm and soybean oil refining processes. Meets HTS 3802.90.2000 criteria for activated earths with enhanced decolorizing capacity. Regenerable through solvent washing for multiple uses.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

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

Document acid activation parameters to prevent raw clay classification

Test for leachable metals to meet food contact regulations

Declare intended end-use as bleaching earth for proper duty assessment