Roughly Trimmed Red Sandstone Blocks

Large blocks of red sandstone that have been quarried and roughly trimmed to remove major irregularities, cut into rectangular shapes by sawing. Classified under HTS 2516.20.10.00 as crude or roughly trimmed sandstone intended for monumental or building stone applications. Not further processed beyond basic shaping for blocks or slabs.

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.

2516.12.00Higher: 37.8% vs 35%

If saw-cut to precise rectangular slabs with uniform thickness

Sandstone precisely sawn into slabs beyond rough trimming falls under the 'merely cut by sawing' subheading.

6802.23.00Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If further worked into setts, curbstones, or flagstones

Chapter note excludes worked monumental stone from Chapter 25, moving to Chapter 68 for articles.

2517.10.00Same rate: 35%

If pebbles or crushed for aggregate rather than blocks/slabs

Chapter note prioritizes heading 2517 for pebbles, gravel, or broken stone over other Chapter 25 headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Obtain geological certification confirming sandstone composition to distinguish from quartzite or other stones

β€’ Ensure blocks meet 'roughly trimmed' criteria (not machined or polished) with photos/documentation for CBP review

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