HS Code for Mineral Abrasive Products
The HS Code for mineral abrasive products is 681599. The MFN duty rate for importing to the US is 3.2%.
| HS Code (6-digit) | 681599 |
|---|---|
| US HTS (10-digit) | 6815990000 |
| EU CN Code (8-digit) | 68159900 |
| US Duty Rate (MFN) | 3.2% |
| EU Duty Rate (MFN) | 2.7% |
| Chapter | 68 |
| Heading | 6815 |
| Last Updated | 2026-05 |
Description
Articles of stone or other mineral substances, not elsewhere specified
HS Code 681599 covers miscellaneous stone and mineral articles, including abrasive products, with a 3.2% US duty rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the specific mineral composition of an abrasive product affect its classification under HTS 6815.99?
The classification under HTS 6815.99 is determined by whether the product is made from natural minerals (e.g., sandstone, pumice) or artificial/synthetic minerals (e.g., silicon carbide, aluminum oxide). Abrasives composed of natural minerals, like bonded sandstone grinding wheels, fall here, while those made from synthetic or chemically produced abrasives are often classified elsewhere, such as in Chapter 68 for articles of artificial abrasives or Chapter 82 for hand tools.
Why are articles classified under HTS 681599 at high risk for customs inspection and classification disputes?
Products under this 'basket' heading for unspecified mineral articles are frequently inspected because their vague description can hide misclassified goods subject to higher duties, such as finished stoneware or ceramics. Customs authorities scrutinize shipments to verify the exact mineral composition and manufacturing process, as a simple change in binder or surface treatment could shift classification to a more specific heading with different duty rates.
What additional duties or fees might apply when importing mineral abrasive products under HTS 681599?
Imports under HTS 681599 are subject to the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule's general duty rate of 3.2% ad valorem. However, you must also account for Merchandise Processing Fees (MPF), which are 0.3464% of the entered value (minimum $29.67, maximum $634.62), as these are a mandatory cost for formal entry.
Material Variants in Mineral Abrasive Products (6815.99)
Classification under HTS 6815.99 hinges on the base material being 'other mineral substances' not elsewhere specified, such as pumice or emery. Crucially, if the abrasive product is made from natural or artificial corundum (aluminum oxide, Al2O3), it is excluded and belongs in heading 6804 (e.g., 6804.22.00 for millstones, grindstones). Similarly, products where silicon carbide is the primary abrasive mineral fall under 6804.23.00. Always verify the primary abrasive mineral, as this single factor can shift classification out of 6815.99 entirely.
Similar and Confused HTS Codes
Products under HTS 6815.99 (Other mineral articles) are often confused with more specific categories for bonded abrasives and tools. Key alternatives include 6804.21, 6804.22, and 6804.23 for bonded grinding wheels and segments, which are distinguished by their specific use for grinding, sharpening, or polishing. Additionally, abrasive-coated materials like sandpaper are classified in heading 6805 (e.g., 6805.10.0000). The classification hinges on whether the product is a finished abrasive tool (like a wheel in 6804) or a more general manufactured mineral article (like a simple abrasive block in 6815).
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