Sawn Basalt Rectangular Blocks from Canada
Basalt stone blocks cut by sawing into 3x3x6 foot rectangular shapes for use in road barriers and retaining walls. HTS 2516.12.00 covers this as 'other monumental or building stone' merely cut into rectangular blocks, including basalt. Known for extreme hardness and weather resistance.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for radioactivity levels in basalt imports, as some regions require declarations
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for shipping to prevent fumigation delays
• Document sawing process to distinguish from roughly trimmed stone under 2516.11