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Gneiss Broken Stone for Concrete Aggregate from Japan

Broken gneiss stone fragments for concrete aggregate, providing tensile strength. Derived from heading 2516 granite family, under HTS 2517.10.0055 as 'other' broken/crushed stone for concrete. Angular shapes lock effectively.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Fracture pattern photos/docs prove 'broken stone' vs naturally fractured rock

• Soundness test (ASTM C88, <12% loss) required for durable aggregate approval

• Bulk shipments only; small lots risk parts classification scrutiny