Railway Ballast Granite Gravel from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Must meet AREMA #1, #2, #3, #4, or #5 ballast gradations with documentation
• Hardness testing (LA Abrasion <25%) required for railway specification compliance
• Specify 'railway ballast use only' on commercial invoice to justify construction aggregate classification