River Pebbles for Concrete Aggregate from Japan
Smooth river pebbles graded 3/4 inch, washed and screened for use as coarse aggregate in concrete mixing. Falls under HTS 2517.10.00 as pebbles commonly used for concrete aggregates despite natural rounded shape. Minimal processing preserves natural integrity.
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
• Demonstrate concrete mix design usage via engineer specifications to justify aggregate classification
• Provide sieve analysis showing proper gradation for structural concrete applications