Crushed Marble Granules from Japan
Granules produced by crushing marble stone from heading 2515, typically ranging from 2-5 mm in size, used in decorative concrete mixes and landscaping. Classified under HTS 2517.49.00.00 as granules of stones from heading 2515, not further processed beyond crushing and sizing. Excludes use in road ballast or concrete aggregates where larger pebbles might apply.
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
• Verify origin stone matches heading 2515 (marble) via geological certification to avoid reclassification
• Ensure particle size documentation (e.g
• sieve analysis) confirms 'granules' vs. powder to prevent misclassification