Slate Coasters Set
Individual slate discs with felt backing, cut and polished for use as drink coasters. These are small worked slate household articles, not roofing slate or monumental stone, and are classified under tariff item 6803.00.90 as 'Other' worked slate articles.
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 coasters are shaped for roofing use
Roofing slate is classified separately.
If the coasters are primarily made of wood with slate inserts
Wooden articles with slate components may fall under wood classifications.
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
• Verify the felt backing does not constitute a separate material that could affect classification
• Provide clear product images and dimensions to the CBSA
• Confirm the coasters are not part of a set that might be classified elsewhere
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