Super White Quartzite Stair Tread Slab
Super White quartzite slabs cut to precise dimensions for stair treads, with bullnosed edges and 3cm thickness. The custom cutting and edge profiling constitute working beyond mere sawing, placing them under tariff item 6802.99.00 as other worked quartzite for monumental or building purposes.
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 stone were granite rather than quartzite
Granite stair treads with similar working fall under 6802.93.00, a separate subheading for granite.
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 bullnosed edges and custom dimensions in your commercial invoice to demonstrate the stone has been worked beyond simple cutting
• Check whether the quartzite qualifies for a preferential tariff treatment under CETA or CPTPP if sourced from a partner country
• Be prepared to provide a sample or technical drawing if CBSA questions the classification
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