Expanded Clay Pebbles Hydroponics from China
Round, lightweight expanded clay aggregate (LECA) balls used as growing medium in hydroponic systems for thermal insulation and drainage. Classified in HTS 6806.90.00.90 as expanded clays, a sound-insulating mineral material not covered by other headings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify particle size (e.g
• 8-16mm) and inertness certificates for agricultural entry
• Prevent misclassification as Chapter 25 earths by proving thermal expansion process
• Fumigation may be required if suspected of pest contamination