Raw Olivine Sand Chunks

Irregular pieces of forsterite olivine from Norwegian or North Carolina mines, used as foundry abrasive and slag conditioner. Crude form without sizing. Fits HTS 2513.20.1000 as other natural abrasives.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

2529.22.00Lower: Free vs 35%

If calcined for refractories

Fried or calcined aluminosilicates move to processed minerals.

6903.90.00Same rate: 35%

If for refractory end-use

Shaped or formed refractories under Chapter 69.

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Import Tips & Compliance

MgO content analysis required to distinguish from refractories

Bulk packaging prevents accidental processing classification

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