Natural Garnet Sand for Sandblasting from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%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)
Import Tips
• Test for garnet content and hardness (Mohs 7-8) to distinguish from silica
• Declare as natural; crushed or screened to exact specs may be artificial abrasives
• Avoid mixing with metal grits; pure garnet stays in natural sands