Whetstone Natural Sharpening Stone
A rectangular block made from natural fine-grained stone, such as Arkansas novaculite, used for manually sharpening knives and tools by rubbing the blade against its surface. It falls under tariff item 6804.30.00 as a hand sharpening stone.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the whetstone is made of agglomerated abrasives
Agglomerated abrasive stones are classified under a different item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the whetstone as a hand sharpening stone, not as an industrial abrasive
• Ensure the stone is natural, not synthetic
• Keep import records showing the stone's use and composition for CBSA
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