Unprocessed Staurolite Sand Lumps from Japan
Crude, irregular lumps of staurolite mineral from Georgia deposits, valued for its angular hardness in paint and abrasive applications. Heat-treated versions exist but this is raw. HTS 2513.20.1000 for crude other natural abrasives.
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
• Provide end-use statements proving abrasive application vs filler use
• Ensure no separation into uniform sizes during handling
• Origin from specific deposits like India/USA affects quota considerations