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Volcanic Pumice Powder

Finely ground pumice stone powder from natural volcanic sources, employed as an abrasive in metal polishing and paint additives. HTS 2513.10.00 covers this as pumice stone in powdered form, not further manufactured into grinding wheels. Its high silica content provides effective cutting action.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

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2517.49.00Same rate: 35%

If marketed solely as construction filler, not abrasive

Macadam or similar crushed stone preparations go to 2517 per chapter note supremacy.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If chemically prepared as a polishing compound

Prepared chemical additives or fillers fall under Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include mesh size specs and purity certificates; ensure grinding process is mechanical only, not chemically altered; test for free silica to comply with health regs

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