Indian Green Slate Blocks from Japan
Natural green slate blocks from India, roughly trimmed and saw-cut into rectangular slabs suitable for slab markets. Classified in 2514.00.00.00 as unworked slate in block or slab form, not further processed. Commonly used in countertop and wall panel production.
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 lab assays confirming slate mineralogy (phyllosilicate-dominant) to distinguish from granite or marble
• Measure slab dimensions precisely; exceeding block size may trigger reclassification as worked stone
• Bundle securely to prevent chipping, as damage could lead customs to view as 'worked' under 6803