Roughly Trimmed Red Sandstone Blocks from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain geological certification confirming sandstone composition to distinguish from quartzite or other stones
• Ensure blocks meet 'roughly trimmed' criteria (not machined or polished) with photos/documentation for CBP review