Activated Carbon Adsorber for VOC Removal from Japan
An activated carbon adsorber vessel captures volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from paint shop exhaust gases using granular carbon beds with regeneration capabilities. Falls under HTS 8421.39.0130 as industrial gas cleaning equipment for solvent recovery in manufacturing. It supports multiple adsorption cycles for cost efficiency.
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
• Include carbon type (pellet/granular), iodine number, and safe handling data sheets
• Declare bed volume and regeneration method (steam/thermal) for proper valuation
• Confirm VOC concentration ratings match declared industrial emission sources