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.
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 gravel is not tarred or heat-treated
Plain gravel or shingle for ballast falls under the first part of heading 25.17.
If the product is formed into shaped articles like blocks or slabs
Shaped tarred products may fall under articles of asphalt or similar materials.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the heat-treatment process and tar impregnation method for CBSA verification
• Ensure the product is not roasted or calcined, as that would exclude it from Chapter 25
• Provide end-use evidence (railway ballast) to support classification under this item
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