Slate Lab Table Tops
Chemical-resistant slate slabs cut for laboratory bench surfaces, with ground edges and flat polish. HTS 6803.00.50.00 for other industrial worked slate applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If prefabricated building components of agglomerated slate
Agglomerated slate for construction goes to 6810.
If part of lab equipment
Integral parts of Chapter 84 machinery classify with the machine.
If medical/dental use
Slate burrs or dental articles excluded under Chapter 90.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide chemical resistance test results for lab use validation
• Declare flatness tolerances to confirm worked status over rough slabs
• Avoid framing that triggers Chapter 94 laboratory furniture exclusion
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