Almandine Garnet Sandblasting Media from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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