Indian Sillimanite Sand
Indian sillimanite sand, washed and dried to -100+200 mesh, sourced from beach sand deposits. This naturally concentrated sillimanite is covered by tariff item 2508.50.00, which includes sillimanite in its crude or processed state as long as processing is limited to washing, drying, or mechanical sizing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the sand has not been subjected to any chemical treatment beyond washing, as this could exclude it from Chapter 25
• Provide a sieve analysis to demonstrate the mesh size and physical processing
• Be aware that if the sand contains significant impurities like zircon, it may require separate classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2508.50.00
Calcined Andalusite 55% Al2O3
Calcined andalusite with 55% alumina content, heat-treated to partially convert to mullite for improved thermal shock resistance. This product falls under tariff item 2508.50.00 as calcined andalusite, which is explicitly covered by the heading regardless of calcination.
Calcined Kyanite Powder
Calcined kyanite powder, heat-stabilized to prevent volume expansion during ceramic firing. As a calcined form of kyanite, it is explicitly included in tariff item 2508.50.00, which covers andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite whether or not calcined.
Kyanite Flour -325 Mesh
Kyanite flour ground to -325 mesh (<44 microns), used as a filler in porcelain insulators and spark plugs. This ground kyanite is classified under tariff item 2508.50.00 as it has only been mechanically ground, which is permitted processing under Chapter 25 notes.
Mullite-Forming Kyanite Concentrate
Beneficiated kyanite concentrate with 99%+ purity, selected for optimal mullite formation during firing. This uncalcined kyanite has been processed by mechanical or physical methods only, placing it under tariff item 2508.50.00 per Chapter 25 definitions.
Raw Andalusite Ore
Raw andalusite ore consisting of natural crystals extracted from deposits, containing 55-60% alumina. This uncalcined andalusite is directly covered by tariff item 2508.50.00, which includes andalusite in its crude state without further processing.
Sillimanite Grain for Refractories
Sillimanite grains, crushed and sized for use in refractory castables and ramming mixes. This unprocessed sillimanite, valued for high alumina content, falls under tariff item 2508.50.00 as sillimanite in a crushed or ground state, which is permitted under Chapter 25.