Quartzite Chippings

Chippings from crushed quartzite (heading 2516), 5-10mm, for decorative gravel, terrazzo flooring aggregates, or water filtration. HTS 2517.49.00.00 as chippings of 2516 stones. High silica content distinguishes from marble.

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 ground to silica sand fineness

Fine silica sands from quartzite classify under natural sands in 2505.

2517.20.00.00Same rate: 35%

If when incorporated into slag macadam

Mixtures with industrial waste for road macadam fall under that subheading.

6802.93.00Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If polished or further worked for fontainebleau

Ornamental worked quartzite enters Chapter 68.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Silica content (>95%) certification prevents confusion with sand headings

Declare intended use vaguely; specific 'filter media' risks end-use reclassification

Heat-treated quartzite needs processing logs to claim treatment status