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2513 — Pumice stone; emery; natural corundum, natural garnet and other natural abrasives, whether or not heat treated
Chapter 25: Salt; sulphur; earths and stone
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 2513 when importing pumice stone or natural abrasives like emery and corundum. For example, if you're shipping a container of pumice stone for use in polishing or cleaning applications, this is the correct classification.
When deciding between HS-6 251310 and HS-6 251320, consider the product's composition and treatment. If your shipment consists solely of pumice stone, even if heat treated, classify it under 251310. For shipments containing emery or natural corundum, use 251320.
If your product includes a blend of abrasives, carefully assess the primary component. For instance, if the bulk of your shipment is emery with some pumice, 251320 is the appropriate choice. Always ensure that the classification reflects the main use and characteristics of the product.
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HS-4 2513 · pumice stone import · natural abrasives classification · emery stone HS code · corundum shipping · garnet abrasives · heat treated pumice · abrasive materials · industrial abrasives · pumice stone applications
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Pumice stone for construction or landscaping purposes.
- Emery used in sandpaper or grinding wheels.
- Natural corundum for industrial abrasive applications.
- Heat-treated pumice for specialized cleaning products.
- Natural garnet for waterjet cutting processes.
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- What is HS code for pumice stone?
- How to classify natural abrasives for import?
- What are the uses of emery and corundum?
- Is heat treatment necessary for pumice stone classification?
- How to differentiate between pumice and emery?
- What are the regulations for importing natural abrasives?
Related topics
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- how to classify pumice stone for customs
- difference between emery and natural corundum
- importing heat treated pumice stone
- best practices for shipping natural abrasives
- pumice stone applications in construction
- natural garnet uses in industry
- understanding HS codes for abrasives
- guidelines for importing emery stone
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What is the difference between HS-6 251310 and HS-6 251320?
- HS-6 251310 is for pumice stone, while HS-6 251320 covers emery, natural corundum, and garnet abrasives.
- Do I need to heat treat pumice stone before importing?
- No, heat treatment is not a requirement for classification under HS-6 251310.
- Can I classify a mixed shipment of abrasives under one HS code?
- You should classify based on the predominant material in the shipment.
- What are common uses for pumice stone?
- Pumice stone is often used in construction, landscaping, and as an abrasive in cleaning products.
- Are there specific import regulations for natural abrasives?
- Yes, check with your local customs authority for any specific import regulations or restrictions.
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