Rough Cut Granite Building Slab from Japan
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.
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
• Verify the stone is merely sawn and not polished or carved to avoid reclassification; obtain geological certification confirming granite composition; ensure slabs meet rectangular dimension tolerances to prevent customs disputes