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Portland Cement Raw Limestone from Japan

Raw limestone chunks from specific geologic formations, crushed to 3-6 inch sizes for grinding into cement raw meal. Meets HTS 2521.00.00.00 as calcareous stone used in cement production. Purity levels ensure proper clinker chemistry ratios.

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

Obtain ISO-certified lab tests for MgO, Al2O3, and Fe2O3 content to prove cement-grade quality

Use bills of lading specifying 'cement raw material limestone' to aid customs processing

Portland Cement Raw Limestone from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2521.00.00.00