Garnet Sanding Strips on Rubber Backing
Narrow sanding strips with natural garnet abrasive on flexible rubber backing, used for hand sanding curves and contours in furniture restoration. HTS 6805.30.5000 covers abrasives on other materials (rubber), cut to strip shape. Provides even pressure distribution.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If on cloth or felt backing
Rubber shifts to 'other,' but textile bases use 6805.10.
If imported as plain rubber strips without abrasive
Uncoated rubber articles classify under Chapter 40.
If fitted with handle for tool use
Hand tools with abrasive surfaces on non-paper bases may go to Chapter 82.
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
• Certify natural garnet source to leverage any preferential tariffs; test for synthetic blends
• Specify strip dimensions and flexibility grade on invoices for accurate shape classification
• Watch for re-export rules if used in bonded restoration facilities
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