Gray Welsh Roofing Slate Shingles
Traditional rectangular shingles from Welsh slate quarries, hand-split or machine-cut to standard dimensions like 12x6 inches for pitched roof coverings. Falls under HTS 6803.00.10.00 as roofing slate, emphasizing its primary function in residential and heritage roofing where durability exceeds 100 years. The fine grain ensures impermeability without additional sealing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.3% | +35.0% | 38.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cut for specific ornamental roof patterns
Ornamentally worked slate, even for roofs, may classify under articles of slate rather than plain roofing slate.
If imported in crude, unworked blocks
Unworked slate slabs before splitting or sizing remain in Chapter 25 as natural slate, not Chapter 68 worked products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include thickness specifications (typically 4-6mm) in invoices to distinguish from thicker building slate
• Avoid marketing as 'decorative panels' to prevent shift to Chapter 68 subheading for other articles
• Ensure packaging prevents chipping, as damaged slate may be appraised lower or require rework certificates
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