Tarred Limestone Chippings for Road Base from Japan
Powdered and chippings of tarred limestone (from heading 2515) used for road base stabilization. Falls under HTS 2517.30.00.00 as granules, chippings, or powder of tarred stones explicitly covered in the heading.
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
• Source limestone from verified HTS 2515 origins and test for tar adhesion strength to prove 'tarred' status
• Use moisture-proof packaging for powder/chippings to prevent degradation; declare net weight excluding excess tar runoff