Zeolite Y-Type Cracking Catalyst from China

Synthetic zeolite-based catalyst used in fluid catalytic cracking units in oil refineries to break down heavy hydrocarbons into gasoline and diesel. Classified under HTS 3815.90.5000 as a reaction initiator not specified elsewhere, essential for petroleum refining processes.

Duty Rate — China → United States

40%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Classify as hazardous material if dust form; use UN proper shipping name for catalysts

Provide particle size and surface area specs; common issue is reclassification as mineral substances

Ensure no asbestos content per EPA rules; bulk packaging needs proper labeling