Emperador Dark Marble Blocks from Japan
Deep brown Emperador marble blocks sawn into uniform rectangular slabs, popular for wall cladding in commercial buildings. Meets HTS 2515.12.10.00 criteria as marble cut by sawing into rectangular shape, specific gravity 2.5+, for monumental use.
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
• Photographic evidence of saw-cut faces required; machined finishes trigger reclassification
• For EU imports, comply with REACH for natural stone dust emissions during cutting
• Calculate duties on gross weight including packing; slabs often exceed 1000kg each