Soapstone Hearth Stone
Carved steatite (soapstone) slabs for fireplace hearths, valued for heat retention. These are worked monumental stones of steatite, a natural stone other than slate, and fall under the tariff item for other worked monumental or building stone.
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 slabs are of a kind used for paving or building
Slabs for building are classified under a specific subheading for worked monumental or building stone.
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
• Document the carving and finishing work to support classification under 6802.99.00
• Describe the product as worked monumental stone for hearths
• Keep records of the stone's origin and value for CBSA
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