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Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not colored, other than metalbearing sands of chapter 26: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 2505.90.00.00
Colored Silica Sand for Landscaping
Naturally colored silica sand used in landscaping and garden decoration, free of metal content. It falls under HTS 2505.90.00.00 as natural sand, not metal-bearing, suitable for ornamental purposes. The coloring is inherent from mineral deposits, not artificial additives.
Quartz Sand for Water Filtration
Natural quartz sand granules used in residential and commercial water filters, washed but unprocessed. Classified under HTS 2505.90.00.00 as 'other' natural sands without metal content. Ideal for pool and aquarium filtration due to uniform grain size.
Playground Safety Sand
Washed natural river sand designed for children's playgrounds, meeting safety standards for fall cushioning. Falls under HTS 2505.90.00.00 as other natural sands, non-metal-bearing. Rounded grains reduce injury risk in play areas.
Natural Garnet Sand for Sandblasting
Unprocessed natural garnet sand used as abrasive media in surface preparation. Classified in HTS 2505.90.00.00 as other natural sands, free from metal ores. Harder than silica, ideal for rust removal without dust hazards.
Beach Sand for Terrariums
Fine natural beach sand collected for reptile terrariums and bioactive enclosures. HTS 2505.90.00.00 covers this as other colored natural sand, metal-free. Provides naturalistic substrate mimicking coastal environments.
Olivine Sand for Foundry Molding
Natural olivine sand used in metal casting molds for its thermal stability. Classifies under HTS 2505.90.00.00 as other natural non-metal sands. Magnesium-iron silicate composition resists cracking in high-heat applications.
Decorative River Sand Pebbles
Rounded natural river sand pebbles for aquariums and decorative displays. HTS 2505.90.00.00 as other natural sands, naturally tumbled by water action. Size-graded 2-5mm for aesthetic appeal.
Volcanic Black Sand
Natural basaltic black sand from volcanic beaches, used in zen gardens. Classified HTS 2505.90.00.00 as colored natural sand, excluding metal ores. Iron-rich but non-economic metal content.
Industrial Filter Sand Gravel
Natural graded sand and gravel mix for large-scale water treatment filters. HTS 2505.90.00.00 for other natural sands combination. Multi-layer filtration media.
Art Sand for Crafts
Naturally colored sands for sand art bottles and craft projects. HTS 2505.90.00.00 as other colored natural sands. Fine particle size 0.1-0.5mm.
Golf Bunker Sand
Specially selected natural silica sand for golf course bunkers. HTS 2505.90.00.00 as other natural sand. Medium-coarse angular grains for optimal playability.
Equestrian Arena Sand
Natural quartz sand for horse riding arena footing. Classified HTS 2505.90.00.00. Dust-free, well-draining properties.
Natural Silica Flour
Ground natural quartz to flour fineness (-200 mesh) for fillers. HTS 2505.90.00.00 as other natural sand powder. Not chemically processed.
Construction Mason Sand
Clean natural sand for mortar mixing in bricklaying. HTS 2505.90.00.00 other natural sands. Consistent fineness modulus.
Aquarium Substrate Sand
Natural aragonite sand for marine aquariums, pH buffering. HTS 2505.90.00.00 colored natural sand. Calcium carbonate based.