Steel Slag Sand from Japan
Granulated slag sand derived from the steelmaking process in electric arc furnaces, quenched to form fine granules. Classified under HTS 2618.00.00.00 due to its origin in steel manufacture and granular form suitable for road base or cement additives.
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
• Provide mill test reports confirming granulation process and absence of hazardous contaminants
• Check for free trade agreement eligibility based on origin from iron/steel smelting
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'waste' which could trigger EPA scrutiny