Macaubas Quartzite Block from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Secure third-party lab verification of quartzite vs. sandstone; use steel banding for block stability
• Avoid: Combining with polished samples in same shipment