Spent Bleaching Earth Regenerated Adsorbent from Japan
Regenerated spent bleaching earth reactivated through thermal desorption for reuse in oil refining. Still qualifies under HTS 3802.90.2000 as activated earth despite prior use. Cost-effective sustainable alternative to virgin activated clays.
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
• Provide regeneration process validation and contaminant analysis certificates
• Comply with Basel Convention for transboundary hazardous waste movements
• Document oil content below petroleum waste thresholds to avoid Chapter 27