Natural Garnet Abrasive Grit
Natural garnet abrasive grit consists of coarse angular grains of natural almandine garnet from alluvial deposits, heat-treated for consistent hardness. Despite heat treatment, the product remains a natural abrasive under tariff item 2513.20.00, as the heading explicitly includes heat-treated natural abrasives.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the grit is bonded to a backing for abrasive use
Abrasive articles with a backing are classified under heading 68.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the heat treatment is only for hardness and does not alter the garnet's natural character
• Provide documentation of the heat treatment process to support classification under 2513.20.00
• Ensure the grit is not mixed with other abrasives or binders
Related Products under Tariff item 2513.20.00
Almandine Garnet Sandblasting Media
Almandine garnet sandblasting media is washed and sized almandine garnet sand from Indian river deposits, optimized for paint removal. The garnet is a natural abrasive, and despite washing and sizing, it remains within the scope of tariff item 2513.20.00, as these processes are permitted by Chapter 25 Note 1.
Bulk Natural Tripoli Lumps
Bulk natural tripoli lumps, also known as rottenstone, are irregular pieces of siliceous sedimentary rock used for metal polishing. They are in a crude state, not subjected to processing beyond washing, crushing, or grinding, and qualify as natural abrasives under tariff item 2513.20.00.
Crude Green Sandstone Blocks
Crude green sandstone blocks from Scotland, irregular in shape, used as a natural abrasive for sharpening tools. They are in the crude state, not processed beyond washing or mechanical shaping, and thus fall under tariff item 2513.20.00 for natural abrasives.
Crude Indian Garnet Ore
Crude Indian garnet ore consists of irregular garnet-bearing rock fragments from Rajasthan, mined for abrasive applications. The ore is in a crude state, not heat-treated or processed beyond extraction, and falls under tariff item 2513.20.00 as natural garnet.
Crude Natural Emery
Crude natural emery is raw, unprocessed emery composed primarily of corundum and magnetite, extracted directly from natural deposits. Supplied in irregular lumps without cutting, sizing, or heat treatment, it qualifies as a natural abrasive under tariff item 2513.20.00.
Crude Natural Magnetite Pieces
Irregular natural magnetite lumps with emery-like abrasive properties, sourced from iron ore deposits, used in heavy media separation and abrasives. They are in crude form, not roasted or calcined, and qualify as natural abrasives under 2513.20.00.