Raw Italian Pumice Irregular Pieces from Japan
Natural pumice from Lipari Island mines, supplied in irregular hand-broken pieces averaging 10-20 cm, crude form for export to abrasive manufacturers. HTS 2513.10.00.10 covers this as unworked pumice stone, heat-treated only by natural volcanic process. Used primarily in stone washing denim and water filtration.
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
• Obtain EU origin certificates specifying 'crude pumice' to leverage trade agreements; avoids general MFN duties
• Quarantine risks high for volcanic materials; fumigate if required by destination agriculture rules