Limestone Road Base Material from Germany
Crushed and screened limestone (minus 2 inches), used as base material for road construction and paving projects. Classified under HTS 2517.10.00.20 as crushed limestone for road metalling, distinct from natural pebbles or gravel. Chapter notes confirm priority classification in 2517 over other headings.
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 engineering specs showing angular crushed form (not rounded pebbles); provide end-use declaration for road metalling to prevent shifts to aggregate subheadings; test for magnesium content to avoid dolomite confusion