Railway Ballast Crushed Stone
Hard crushed stone, typically basalt or granite sized 1.5-2.5 inches, used as railway ballast to support tracks and facilitate drainage. Meets tariff item 2517.10.00 criteria as broken stone for railway ballast applications.
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 stone is in natural pebble form rather than crushed
Natural pebbles used for ballast may fall under 'other' pebbles rather than broken or crushed stone.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the stone is crushed and angular, not naturally rounded, to meet railway ballast specifications
• Provide AREMA or equivalent certification to support the classification
• Declare the exact weight and ensure the product is free of fines or debris
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