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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the slab is polished on one or more faces
Any polishing or surface working moves it to 'other worked stone' in 6802, ineligible for the 'merely cut' provision.
If composed primarily of quartzite rather than granite
Chapter note prioritizes pebbled or crushed stone like quartzite pebbles in 2517 over other classifications.
If fired or otherwise processed into ceramic tiles
Fired unglazed ceramic flags and paving tiles are excluded to Chapter 69.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide mill test reports confirming no chemical treatments; declare exact dimensions to match 'rectangular slab' criteria; watch for over-declaration of value if including freight, risking higher duties
Related Products 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.
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.