6806.20.00.00/Hydroton Expanded Clay Balls/Japan

Hydroton Expanded Clay Balls from Japan

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 — 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%

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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