Natural Olivine Sand Abrasive from Mexico
Crushed olivine (magnesium-iron silicate) from Norwegian mines, used in foundry cleaning and shipyard blasting. HTS 2513.20.9000 for this eco-friendly natural abrasive alternative to silica sand.
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
• Include olivine purity certificate (>90% forsterite/fayalite) to confirm abrasive grade
• Declare density and hardness specs matching natural mineral properties
• Prevent misclassification as 'silica sand' equivalents under 2505