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Gneiss Cladding Slab from Japan

Gneiss metamorphic stone slabs thicker than 7.5 cm, rectangular sawn for exterior cladding in public monuments. HTS 2516.90.0030 applies to this other building stone not further processed.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Geological certification essential to classify as gneiss under 'other' vs excluded types

Ensure no chemical treatments; treated stone risks reclassification as Chapter 38 mix

Use ISPM-15 compliant wood for palletizing thick stone to pass phytosanitary checks

Gneiss Cladding Slab from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2516.90.00.30