Slate Building Slabs from Germany
Roughly cut slate slabs in rectangular form from Welsh quarries, intended for building cladding and monumental memorials. Falls under HTS 2516.90.00 as other monumental stone, provided not processed into roofing or damp course slates.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include specs showing 'merely cut by sawing' status—no polishing or shaping allowed for this code
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'building/monumental use' to justify classification