Pebbles and gravel
Pebbles, gravel, broken or crushed stone, of a kind commonly used for concrete aggregates, for road metalling, or for railway or other ballast; shingle and flint, whether or not heat-treated; macadam of slag, dross or similar industrial waste, whether or not incorporating the materials cited in the first part of the heading; tarred macadam; granules, chippings and powder, of stones of heading 2515 or 2516, whether or not heat-treated: > Pebbles, gravel, broken or crushed stone, of a kind commonly used for concrete aggregates, for road metalling, or for railway or other ballast, shingle and flint, whether or not heat-treated > Pebbles and gravel
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 2517.10.00.15
River Washed Pea Gravel
Smooth, rounded pebbles typically 3/8 inch in diameter, sourced from riverbeds and washed for cleanliness. Commonly used as concrete aggregate in residential driveways and decorative landscaping mulch. Falls under HTS 2517.10.00.15 as pebbles and gravel for concrete aggregates or road ballast.
3/4 Inch Crushed Limestone Gravel
Angular crushed limestone gravel sized 3/4 inch, ideal for road base and concrete mixing. Provides excellent compaction for driveways and parking lots. Classified under HTS 2517.10.00.15 for gravel used in concrete aggregates and road metalling.
Railway Ballast Granite Gravel
Hard, angular 1.5-2 inch granite gravel specifically sized for railway track underlayment. Provides superior drainage and stability for heavy rail traffic. HTS 2517.10.00.15 covers gravel used for railway ballast per heading description.
Heat-Treated River Flint Shingle
Durable flint pebbles heat-treated for improved weathering resistance, used in concrete aggregates and road metalling. The thermal processing enhances bonding properties without altering basic classification. Covered by HTS 2517.10.00.15 including heat-treated shingle and flint.
Concrete Ready-Mix Aggregate Gravel
Pre-washed 57 stone gravel blend (3/4-1 inch) specifically graded for ready-mix concrete production. Meets ASTM C33 Size No. 57 specifications for optimal workability and strength. HTS 2517.10.00.15 for pebbles/gravel commonly used for concrete aggregates.
Road Base Crusher Run Gravel
Mixture of crushed stone and stone dust (0-1.5 inch) used as road sub-base material. Provides excellent compaction and load-bearing capacity for highways. Classifies under HTS 2517.10.00.15 for gravel used in road metalling.
Decorative 1-2 Inch River Rock
Smooth, rounded 1-2 inch river rocks primarily used around landscaping features despite natural concrete aggregate properties. Commonly applied in dry creek beds and ground cover. HTS 2517.10.00.15 covers pebbles regardless of decorative application if suitable for construction use.
ASTM C33 #67 Coarse Concrete Gravel
Precisely graded 1/2 x 3/8 inch gravel meeting ASTM C33 Size #67 for concrete coarse aggregate. Essential for high-strength structural concrete production. Classifies under HTS 2517.10.00.15 as pebbles/gravel commonly used for concrete aggregates.
Trap Rock Railway Ballast
Dense, angular 1.5-3 inch trap rock specifically for heavy-duty railway ballast applications. Exceptional hardness and angularity prevent track settlement. HTS 2517.10.00.15 explicitly includes gravel for railway ballast.
1 Inch Clean Concrete Wash Gravel
Washed 1 inch gravel free of fines, used in concrete washout pits and drainage applications. Prevents clogging in precast concrete production. Classifies under HTS 2517.10.00.15 as clean concrete aggregate gravel.