Calcareous Tuff Blocks from Japan
Calcareous tuff, a volcanic calcareous stone, roughly cut into rectangular blocks for monumental sculptures and construction. Meets density criteria for heading 2515 with specific gravity 2.5+. HTS 2515.20.00.00 applies to this other calcareous building stone.
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
• Geological assay required to confirm calcareous (not siliceous) composition
• Label with quarry origin to trace for quality disputes or recalls
• Test for acid solubility; high-calcium content validates 2515 classification