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Washed Sea Shingle Ballast

Washed sea shingle consisting of rounded pebbles collected from coastal areas, sized for railway or crane mat ballast applications. HTS 2517.10.00 explicitly includes shingle for ballast uses. Natural salt content removed by washing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2517.49.00.00Same rate: 35%

If beach landscaping shingle

Non-construction decorative shingle uses different statistical suffix.

2530.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If containing amber or jet

Chapter note specifically covers amber/jet in heading 2530.

2504.90.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If high shell content

Marine shell mixtures classify as natural sands with shells.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Chloride content certification proves proper washing for steel rail compatibility

Size uniformity documentation prevents decorative shingle misclassification

Quarantine clearance for marine-origin materials often required

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