Exfoliated Vermiculite Loose Fill from Japan
Expanded vermiculite particles in bulk for loose-fill attic insulation and fire protection. Though under slag wool subheading per hierarchy, HTS 6806.10.00.90 includes similar expanded mineral materials for heat insulation, excluding 6811/6812.
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
• Test for heavy metal contaminants common in vermiculite sources
• Declare expansion ratio to verify processing level