Vermiculite-Expanded Clay Mix from Japan
A premixed intermixture of exfoliated vermiculite and expanded clay for horticultural potting media and insulation fills. Covered by HTS 6806.20.00.00 explicitly including intermixtures of expanded mineral materials. Offers balanced drainage and insulation properties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide mixture composition percentages to confirm both components qualify as expanded minerals
• Use bulk packaging declarations if for industrial use to optimize shipping costs
• Test for moisture content as high water can lead to expansion issues during transit