Soapstone Hearth Stone from Japan
Carved steatite (soapstone) slabs for fireplace hearths, valued for heat retention. HTS 6802.99.00 as worked monumental stone of steatite.
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
• Test talc content to confirm soapstone identity
• Provide thermal conductivity specs for end-use claims
• Package to prevent oil absorption during transit