Onyx Monumental Blocks from Japan
Semi-translucent onyx stone cut into rectangular blocks for sculptures, monuments, and luxury interiors. Classifies in HTS 2516.90.00.60 as other building stone, roughly trimmed. Valued for backlighting effects in architecture.
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
• Confirm not precious/semi-precious per Chapter note (g); onyx as building stone qualifies
• Avoid pre-drilled or carved pieces; those become Chapter 68 articles
• Document rectangular uniformity to prevent gravel reclassification