Silicon Carbide Sponge Sanding Pads from Germany
Flexible sanding pads with silicon carbide grains embedded in a synthetic sponge base, used for wet or dry sanding in marine and woodworking applications. Classified under HTS 6805.30.5000 for abrasives on 'other materials' (urethane foam sponge), not limited to textile or paper. Their open-cell structure prevents clogging during use.
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 material safety data sheets (MSDS) confirming non-asbestos content and sponge composition for regulatory compliance
• Declare exact grit range (e.g
• 60-220) on commercial invoice to match HTS subheading descriptions