Vermiculite, perlite and chlorites, unexpanded
Mineral substances not elsewhere specified or included: > Vermiculite, perlite and chlorites, unexpanded
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 2530.10.00.00
Raw Vermiculite Ore
Natural vermiculite ore extracted from deposits, unexpanded and in its crude form as loose flakes or granules. Classified under HTS 2530.10.00.00 as unexpanded vermiculite, a mineral substance not elsewhere specified, suitable for further processing into insulation or horticultural products.
Unexpanded Perlite Rock
Crude perlite ore in loose rock or granular form, unheated and unexpanded, directly from volcanic deposits. Falls under HTS 2530.10.00.00 as unexpanded perlite, a lightweight siliceous mineral used in filtration, insulation, and horticulture after expansion.
Chlorite Mineral Flakes
Loose chlorite mineral in flake or schist form, unprocessed and unexpanded, sourced from metamorphic rock deposits. HTS 2530.10.00.00 covers unexpanded chlorites as other mineral substances, often used in ceramics, fillers, or drilling fluids.
Horticultural Vermiculite Flakes
Screened unexpanded vermiculite flakes sized for potting mixes, remaining in crude mineral state without heat treatment. Classified in HTS 2530.10.00.00 as unexpanded vermiculite intended for expansion in soil aeration applications.
Industrial Perlite Granules
Coarse unexpanded perlite granules for industrial expansion into abrasives or filters, unheated from natural ore. HTS 2530.10.00.00 applies to this unexpanded form as a specified mineral substance.
Crude Chlorite Powder
Lightly crushed chlorite mineral powder, uncalcined and unexpanded, for use in paints or plastics. Remains under HTS 2530.10.00.00 as unexpanded chlorites not further processed.