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2505.90.00.00/Volcanic Black Sand/China

Volcanic Black Sand from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
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Import Tips

• Magnetic separation test confirms non-metal-bearing status

• Declare volcanic origin; aids traceability

• Fine powder fraction may require dust mitigation

Volcanic Black Sand from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2505.90.00.00