Colored Silica Sand for Landscaping from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify sand is free of metal-bearing minerals via lab testing to confirm Chapter 25 classification
• Provide certificates of analysis showing silica content and absence of metals for customs clearance
• Avoid declaring as industrial silica if unprocessed; bulk natural sands trigger different documentation