# Import Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon from Sri Lanka to Italy

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Sri Lanka Sourcing Guide

## Import Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon from Sri Lanka to Italy

What it takes to source Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon from Sri Lanka and bring it into Italy: tariff treatment, import requirements, shipping times and indicative pricing, with a free route to quotes from verified exporters.

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ProductCoconut-Shell Activated CarbonHS 3802.10

Indicative FOB$1.50–4 / kggrade-dependent

Tariff routeEU GSP+see below

Sea transit~2.5–3.5 wksfrom Colombo

Italy is one of Sri Lanka’s largest export markets, taking US$591 million of goods in 2024 (UN Comtrade). Fresh Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon crop typically lands year-round (manufactured), [see the harvest calendar](/sri-lanka-harvest-calendar/).

### Why source Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon from Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a leading exporter of coconut-shell activated carbon, graded by iodine number / activity. It is used in water and air treatment, gold recovery, food & beverage processing and energy storage, a fast-growing global market.

Forms & grades: Granular (GAC), powdered (PAC) or pelletised; by iodine number / activity grade. Browse current listings on our [Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon category page](/activated-carbon/).

### Duty & tariff treatment for Italy

As an EU member state, Italy applies the EU’s GSP+ scheme for Sri Lanka: duty-free or sharply reduced tariffs on roughly two-thirds of EU tariff lines, covering most teas, spices and coconut products, when origin is proven. Italy is a major market and processing center for spices, herbal extracts and food ingredients.

GSP+ benefit requires a statement on origin from a Sri Lankan exporter registered in the EU REX system.

Always confirm the current rate. Tariffs and preference schemes change. Check your exact HS line in the [EU TARIC tariff lookup](https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/dds2/taric/), and estimate duty + freight + insurance together with our [landed-cost calculator](/freight-calculator/). We don’t publish line-item tariff figures because they move and depend on your precise product and origin proof.

### Import requirements for Italy

Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon is an industrial or horticultural product rather than a foodstuff, so it generally falls outside food-safety registration when entering Italy. Activated carbon is traded on technical specs (iodine number, ash, mesh); the EU also requires REACH compliance, and water- or food-grade carbon must meet the relevant purity standards (e.g. NSF, EN 12915). Always confirm the exact requirements for your product and grade with Italy’s customs and standards authority.

Your exporter prepares the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin; see our [export documents checklist](/sri-lanka-export-documents-checklist/) for the full set.

### Certificates this market asks for

Lists of Sri Lankan suppliers holding each one, taken from the scheme’s own public register. A certificate covers named products, so our Trade Desk confirms it covers your order.

- [EU organic certified suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/fa/sri-lanka-eu-organic-suppliers/)the EU organic rule plus a TRACES certificate per shipment
- [FSSC 22000 certified suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/fa/sri-lanka-fssc-22000-certified-suppliers/)GFSI food safety, asked for by most importers and retailers
- [BRCGS, ISO 22000 and HACCP suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/fa/sri-lanka-food-safety-certified-suppliers/)food safety schemes on certifier registers
- [All certifications](https://srilankaexport.com/fa/sri-lanka-certified-suppliers/)every scheme we track, with live counts

### Shipping & lead time from Colombo

Roughly 2.5–3.5 weeks by sea from Colombo to Genoa / Gioia Tauro via Suez, closer than the North-Sea ports. Most Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon moves FOB Colombo or CIF Italy. Agree the Incoterm up front so responsibilities are clear. Estimate ocean freight and your landed cost with the [freight & landed-cost calculator](/freight-calculator/).

### Indicative pricing

Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon is indicatively $1.50–4 / kg FOB, varying by grade, order volume, packaging and certification. Track current reference ranges on our [Ceylon commodity prices](/ceylon-commodity-prices/) page, then get a firm, current quote for your exact specification below.

### Get quotes to import Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon into Italy

Tell us your grade, volume and destination. We’ll match you with verified Sri Lankan Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon exporters and get you firm FOB/CIF quotes, free, no obligation.

[Request quotes →](/post-a-requirement/)
Want to check quality first? [Order a sample](/samples/).

### Frequently asked questions

Is Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon from Sri Lanka duty-free into Italy?As an EU member state, Italy applies the EU’s GSP+ scheme for Sri Lanka: duty-free or sharply reduced tariffs on roughly two-thirds of EU tariff lines, covering most teas, spices and coconut products, when origin is proven. Italy is a major market and processing center for spices, herbal extracts and food ingredients. Confirm the exact rate for your HS line via the [EU TARIC tariff lookup](https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/dds2/taric/), or estimate your full landed cost with our [landed-cost calculator](/freight-calculator/).

What does Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon from Sri Lanka cost?Indicatively $1.50–4 / kg FOB, depending on grade, volume and certification. See live ranges on our [Ceylon commodity prices](/ceylon-commodity-prices/) page, then [request a firm quote](/post-a-requirement/).

How long does shipping from Colombo take?Roughly 2.5–3.5 weeks by sea from Colombo to Genoa / Gioia Tauro via Suez, closer than the North-Sea ports.

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#### Sourcing tools

[Commodity prices](/ceylon-commodity-prices/) · [HS code finder](/sri-lanka-hs-codes/) · [Harvest calendar](/sri-lanka-harvest-calendar/) · [Container calculator](/container-load-calculator/) · [Freight calculator](/freight-calculator/) · [Incoterms explained](/incoterms-explained/) · [GSP+ / DCTS duty guide](/duty-free-sourcing-sri-lanka/) · [Export documents](/sri-lanka-export-documents-checklist/)