Gneiss Railway Ballast from Canada
Metamorphic gneiss crushed to AREMA #4 ballast specification for mainline railway track support. Provides excellent lateral stability under HTS 2517.10.00 railway ballast provision. Banded appearance from mineral layering.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Railway engineering certification linking to specific track projects strengthens classification
• Foliation plane analysis ensures proper crushing orientation for strength
• Avoid thin banding; weak lamination risks construction rejection