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Talc Soapstone Carving Blanks for Sculptors

Rough-sawed soapstone blocks or blanks sized for hand carving into sculptures and art pieces. Supplied in cube or rectangular forms ideal for artists and craftsmen. These fall under tariff item 6815.99.10 as models and casts or similar articles of stone not elsewhere specified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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• Ensure the blanks are not carved or shaped into finished sculptures, which may fall under Chapter 97

• Provide the dimensions and weight for accurate duty calculation

• Keep records of the intended artistic use

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