Foundry Sand-Slag Macadam Blend

Macadam blending spent foundry sand with steel slag for foundry yard paving and industrial hardstandings. HTS 2517.20.00.00 includes mixtures incorporating similar industrial wastes.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

2505.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If predominantly silica sand with minimal slag

Natural silica sands classified by composition regardless of prior use.

2621.90.00Same rate: 35%

If marketed for metal reclamation

Other mineral substances for recovery exclude from construction aggregates.

6815.19.00.00Same rate: 35%

If compressed into molded blocks

Agglomerated products from waste become Chapter 68 articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document spent sand thermal treatment to confirm non-hazardous status

Blend ratio certification prevents reclassification as primary sand product

Use dust suppression during loading to meet air quality standards