Gneiss Cladding Slab from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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