Madagascar Rainbow Slate Slabs from Japan
Vibrant rainbow slate slabs from Madagascar, cut into rectangular blocks via sawing without polish. Falls under 2514.00.00.00 as roughly trimmed natural slate. Prized for artistic and architectural veneers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Color variation docs prevent disputes over uniformity claims
• Ensure no pre-import honing; honed surfaces = 6803
• Bio-security checks for invasive species on slabs from tropical sources