Gray Sandstone Facade Slabs from Japan
Rectangular gray sandstone slabs cut by sawing to 24x12x3 inches for building facades and cladding. Falls under HTS 2516.20.20.00 as merely cut without carving, drilling, or finishing processes. Provides weather-resistant surfacing for commercial structures.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain customs ruling pre-shipment for block dimensions to confirm rectangular shape compliance
• Ensure no epoxy or fillers used in joints; pure sawn blocks avoid chemical treatment reclass
• Track weight per slab; exceeding typical sizes may imply further processing