Almandine Garnet Sandblasting Media
Washed and sized almandine garnet sand from Indian river deposits, optimized for paint removal in surface prep. Classed in HTS 2513.20.9000 as natural garnet abrasive, distinguished by angularity and silica-free nature.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If misidentified as common silica sand
Natural silica sands go to 2505, but garnet's distinct aluminum silicate composition requires 2513.
If packaged in consumer retail kits with tools
Retail sets with abrasives and applicators become Chapter 68 panels/boards.
If chemically treated for specialized cutting fluids
Impregnated or chemically modified abrasives shift to Chapter 38 chemical preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify low free silica (<1%) content to meet safety regs and support natural abrasive status
• Specify mesh size (e.g
• 16/30) in entry docs; coarser grades still under this natural heading
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