Tumbled Pumice Pebbles for Stone Washing from Mexico
Smooth, tumbled pumice pebbles used in textile stone-washing processes to create distressed denim effects. Falls under HTS 2513.10.0080 as 'other' pumice stone, a natural abrasive not limited to millstones. The rounded shape prevents fabric damage while providing abrasion.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document end-use as textile processing to differentiate from decorative landscaping pumice
• Ensure tumbling doesn't constitute 'worked' status per Chapter 68 notes, maintaining natural classification
• Batch test for silica content to avoid overlap with diatomaceous earth in heading 2512