Bush-Hammered Quartzite Treads
Quartzite treads with a bush-hammered texture to enhance grip in exterior stair applications. The mechanical surface working qualifies them under tariff item 6802.99.00 as other processed quartzite building stone, distinct from merely cut slabs.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the treads were made of slate rather than quartzite
Slate, worked or articles thereof, falls under heading 68.03, not 68.02.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify the bush-hammered finish on the commercial invoice, as this working distinguishes the product from unworked stone
• Verify the quartzite is not slate, which is excluded from heading 68.02 by note 2
• Consider whether the treads meet Canadian building codes for slip resistance, as CBSA may request test reports
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