Other
Granite, porphyry, basalt, sandstone and other monumental or building stone, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape: > Granite: > Merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 2516.12.00.60
Rough Cut Granite Building Slab
A rectangular granite slab merely cut by sawing, typically 2-4 inches thick, used for constructing walls, facades, or flooring in commercial buildings. It falls under HTS 2516.12.0060 as granite merely cut into blocks or slabs of rectangular shape, excluding further worked stone. These slabs are exported in standard dimensions like 10x5 feet for easy stacking and transport.
Sawn Granite Countertop Blank
Rectangular granite blocks or slabs sawn to standard sizes like 120x60 inches, serving as blanks for kitchen countertops before final fabrication. Classified under HTS 2516.12.0060 because it is merely cut by sawing without machining, polishing, or custom shaping. Commonly sourced from quarries in India or Brazil for U.S. fabricators.
Black Absolute Granite Slab
A dark, uniform black granite slab sawn into rectangular blocks of about 3 cm thickness, ideal for exterior cladding or paving. It qualifies for HTS 2516.12.0060 as 'other' merely cut granite, not further dressed or patterned. Popular for modern architecture due to its durability and low porosity.
Indian Kashmir White Granite Slab
Light-colored granite slab from Indian quarries, sawn into 2-3 cm thick rectangular panels for interior wall veneers or memorials. HTS 2516.12.0060 applies as it's merely cut by sawing, without beveling or finishing. Valued for its subtle veining and high polish potential post-import.