Coal Tar-Bound Macadam Aggregate
Coal tar-bound macadam aggregate, made from crushed granite coated with coal tar for road metalling and concrete aggregates. This product is classified under tariff item 2517.30.00 as tarred macadam, since the coal tar binding aligns with the heading's tar treatment and the granite aggregate is a common road metalling material.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the granite is not tarred or bound with any tar product
Crushed granite without tar treatment falls under the first part of heading 25.17.
If the product is a bituminous mixture based on natural asphalt or bitumen
Bituminous mixes for road construction may be classified in Chapter 27 if not macadam.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the coal tar is fully cured or bound to avoid classification as a chemical product
• Declare the aggregate source (e.g
• granite) and tar percentage to the CBSA
• Be aware that coal tar may be subject to hazardous material shipping regulations, so prepare safety data sheets
Related Products under Tariff item 2517.30.00
Asphalt-Tarred Macadam for Road Surfacing
Asphalt-tarred macadam composed of crushed stone aggregates bound with hot asphalt tar, used for road base and surfacing layers. This product is explicitly named in tariff item 2517.30.00 as tarred macadam, and the asphalt tar binding qualifies as a tar treatment under the heading's scope.
Bitumen-Tarred Slag Macadam Mix
Bitumen-tarred slag macadam, a blend of slag, dross, and crushed stone bound with bitumen-tar for road metalling. Tariff item 2517.30.00 covers tarred macadam, including those incorporating industrial waste materials like slag, as specified in the heading's scope.
Heat-Treated Tarred Gravel for Railway Ballast
Heat-treated tarred gravel and shingle, impregnated with tar for durability and used as railway ballast. Tariff item 2517.30.00 covers tarred macadam, and the heading explicitly includes heat-treated materials, making this product classifiable here.
Tarred Limestone Chippings for Road Base
Tarred limestone chippings and powder, derived from stone of heading 25.15, used for road base stabilization. Tariff item 2517.30.00 covers tarred macadam, and the heading explicitly includes granules, chippings, and powder of tarred stones, making this product classifiable here.