Sandstone Paving Blocks from Japan
Rectangular sandstone blocks sawn to 12x12x3 inch sizes for pedestrian walkways and patios. HTS 2516.12.00 applies as merely cut building stone blocks before any jointing or finishing. Traditional choice for heritage restoration projects.
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
• Calibrate block heights within 3mm tolerance for proper paving installation
• Fumigate pallets per IPPC standards for agricultural border checks
• Avoid sandblasting pre-export to maintain 'merely cut' status