Chinese Multicolor Slate Rectangular Blocks from Germany
Multicolor slate blocks from China, cut by sawing into rectangular slabs without further dressing. Under 2514.00.00.00 as mere cut slate blocks for export to fabricators. Popular for decorative wall and floor applications post-processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use customs valuation experts for slab weight/volume to avoid under-declaration penalties
• Photographic evidence of 'rough' edges helps prove mere saw-cut status vs. machined
• Monitor for dye contamination; colored impurities could shift to earth colors in 2530