6806.20.00.00/Hydroton Expanded Clay Balls/Germany

Hydroton Expanded Clay Balls from Germany

Hydroton brand expanded clay balls are spherical lightweight aggregates for hydroponic growing systems. Classified in HTS 6806.20.00.00 as expanded clays used in inert media applications. Reusable and pH neutral for plant root support.

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%

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Import Tips

• Specify ball diameter (e.g

• 8mm) and expansion specs in commercial invoices

• Ensure phytosanitary certificates if destined for agricultural use

• Package in mesh bags to demonstrate non-soil growing medium status