Rough Trimmed Indian Sandstone Blocks

Popular Indian-origin sandstone blocks roughly trimmed for export as monumental or building stone in rectangular form. HTS 2516.20.10.00 covers this minimally processed state. Widely used for patios and facades.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6802.93.00Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If worked after import into finished articles

Post-import processing moves to Chapter 68 for worked monumental stone.

2516.11.00.00Same rate: 35%

If basalt or other volcanic stone mistaken for sandstone

Basalt uses parallel subheadings under 2516.11, not sandstone category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Country-of-origin rules strict; provide export cert from India proving no further work

β€’ Check for fissures/cracks; excessive waste may trigger undervaluation audits

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