2516.20.10.00 - Crude or roughly trimmed 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | m3, t |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | $5.30/m3 |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 2516.20.10.00, specifically encompasses sandstone that is in a crude or roughly trimmed state. This includes natural sandstone as it is quarried, or has undergone minimal processing such as breaking or rough cutting that does not result in a precisely shaped block or slab. The key characteristic is the lack of further refinement beyond initial extraction and basic shaping.
Distinguishing this from its sibling category, 2516.20.20.00, is crucial. While both relate to sandstone, this category covers material that has not yet reached the stage of being "merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape." Therefore, any sandstone exhibiting regular geometric forms achieved through sawing or similar precise cutting methods would fall under the sibling category. This node, conversely, deals with the rawest, least processed forms of sandstone that are still largely in their natural, irregular state.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 2516.20.10.00 is complete once it is determined that the sandstone is indeed sandstone and has only been crudely or roughly trimmed, without undergoing the more precise cutting required for its sibling classification. Examples include natural stone fragments, roughly cleaved pieces, or stones that have undergone only primary breaking to remove loose material from the quarry.