Blast Furnace Slag Aggregate from Japan
Crushed blast furnace slag macadam for concrete sub-base and drainage layers in road projects. Specifically classified in 2517.20.00.00 as slag-based macadam incorporating industrial waste materials.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify slag is air-cooled (not ground) to avoid classification as hydraulic cement in 2523
• Screen size analysis certificates prevent disputes over granule vs powder classification
• Avoid oil contamination during shipping; document clean storage conditions