Macaubas Quartzite Block

Exotic Macaubas quartzite from Brazil, roughly trimmed into massive rectangular blocks by diamond sawing. HTS 2506.20.00.80 designation for this other quartzite not further processed into consumer forms. Known for dramatic folding patterns in luxury flooring.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2516.12.00Higher: 37.8% vs 35%

If granite composition dominates

Granite (feldspar-bearing) quartzite blends classified as granite.

6803.00.50.00Same rate: 35%

If when made into roofing slates

Chapter exclusions route slate products to heading 6803.

2517.10.00Same rate: 35%

If industrial aggregate form

Chapter note mandates 2517 for aggregate applications.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Secure third-party lab verification of quartzite vs. sandstone; use steel banding for block stability

β€’ Avoid: Combining with polished samples in same shipment

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