HS 251749 Other

HS subheading 2517.49, titled 'Pebbles, gravel, broken or crushed stone, of a kind commonly used for concrete aggregates, for road metalling or for railway or other ballast, shingle and flint, whether or not heat-treated; macadam of slag, dross or similar industrial waste, whether or not incorporating the materials specified in the first part of the heading; tarred macadam; granules, chippings and powder, of stones of heading 25.15 or 25.16, whether or not heat-treated, other than those of subheading 2517.10', specifically covers 'Other' materials not classified in 2517.10 (Pebbles, gravel, broken or crushed stone, of a kind commonly used for concrete aggregates, for road metalling or for railway or other ballast, shingle and flint, whether or not heat-treated). This 'Other' category typically includes granules, chippings, and powder derived from marble, travertine, granite, porphyry, basalt, sandstone, and other monumental or building stone, provided they are not specifically covered by 2517.10. The distinction hinges on the form and primary use, with 2517.49 capturing the finer processed forms of these stones.

The import duty rates for HS 2517.49 can vary significantly by country and trade agreement. For instance, the Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate in the United States (USITC) is 0.00% ad valorem. In the European Union (EU TARIC), the MFN duty rate is also 0.00% ad valorem. For the United Kingdom (UK Trade Tariff), the MFN duty rate is generally Free. Some countries may apply specific duties, such as $1.10/t, depending on their national tariff schedule. Preferential tariffs are widely available under various Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). For example, goods originating from countries with FTAs with the U.S., EU, or UK are often eligible for duty-free treatment. Importers should consult the specific FTA rules of origin and the relevant national customs tariff for exact applicable rates and to claim preferential treatment.

Standard customs documentation for HS 2517.49 typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or air waybill, and a certificate of origin. While this HS code generally covers inert mineral products, specific regulatory considerations might arise depending on the material's origin or intended use. For example, if the material is intended for construction projects, some jurisdictions might require declarations of conformity to local building standards or environmental regulations, though this is less common for the raw materials themselves. Importers should verify any specific import permit requirements or environmental agency declarations with the destination country's customs authority or relevant regulatory bodies.

Common trade agreements significantly impact the import of goods under HS 2517.49 by often granting preferential duty treatment, typically duty-free. For example, under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), goods originating from Mexico or Canada and classified under HS 2517.49 would generally be eligible for duty-free entry into the U.S., provided they meet the agreement's rules of origin. Similarly, the European Union has numerous FTAs (e.g., with Japan, Canada, UK) where goods originating from partner countries would also qualify for duty-free import into the EU. Importers must ensure that the goods meet the specific rules of origin criteria outlined in the respective trade agreement and provide a valid certificate of origin or origin declaration to claim these preferential tariffs.