Lithographic Limestone Slabs from Germany
Fine-grained lithographic limestone slabs, a dense calcareous stone sawn rectangular for building and potential printing use. Specific gravity exceeds 2.5, classifying as other calcareous monumental stone under HTS 2515.20.00.00.
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
• Distinguish from dolomite by calcium/magnesium ratio testing; dolomite may go to 2518
• Avoid pre-grinding; any lithographic preparation shifts from raw stone
• Declare intended end-use only if requested; raw stone classification prevails