Cashew Shell Charcoal Powder from Germany
Fine powder charcoal from cashew nut shells, byproduct of cashew nut processing for dyes and fillers. Classified HTS 4402.20.00.00 as shell charcoal in powdered form. High carbon purity for pigment manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide cashew origin traceability to avoid conflict mineral scrutiny
• Use anti-caking agents in minimal quantities to maintain classification
• Lab certify for heavy metal absence due to soil uptake in shells