Decorative 1-2 Inch River Rock from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include engineering specs proving concrete aggregate suitability despite decorative marketing
• Avoid polished/sized packaging that suggests Chapter 68 worked stone classification
• Bulk shipments easier to classify as construction material vs retail bagged decorative