What is the difference between HS-6 252610 and HS-6 252620?

HS-6 252610 is for natural steatite that is not crushed or powdered, while HS-6 252620 is for crushed or powdered steatite.

Can I classify talc used in cosmetics under HS-4 2526?

Yes, if it is in a powdered form, you should use HS-6 252620 for crushed talc.

Are there any specific packaging requirements for importing steatite?

While there are no specific packaging requirements, ensure that the product is securely packaged to prevent damage during transit.

Is there a duty rate for importing natural steatite?

Duty rates can vary by country, so check with your local customs authority for specific rates applicable to HS-4 2526.

What documentation do I need for importing talc?

You will typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of origin or quality, depending on the destination country.

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2526 — Natural steatite; whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape; talc

Chapter 25: Salt; sulphur; earths and stone

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 2526 when importing natural steatite or talc, such as blocks or slabs used in construction or manufacturing. For instance, if you're shipping unprocessed steatite blocks for use in countertops, this code applies.

When deciding between the subheadings, consider whether your product is crushed or not. HS-6 252610 is for natural steatite in block form, while HS-6 252620 applies to crushed or powdered forms. If your shipment consists of finely ground talc for cosmetics, you would use the latter.

If your product is merely cut into rectangular shapes, it still falls under HS-4 2526. However, if it's processed into a powder, you must classify it under HS-6 252620. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for accurate tariff classification and compliance.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

natural steatite · talc · HS-4 2526 · HS-6 252610 · HS-6 252620 · import codes · crushed talc · steatite blocks · talc powder · rectangular slabs

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Natural steatite blocks for countertops
Talc powder for cosmetic applications
Roughly trimmed steatite slabs for industrial use
Crushed talc for use in paint manufacturing
Sawed steatite pieces for sculpture
Natural talc in bulk for pharmaceuticals

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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 252610 and HS-6 252620?: HS-6 252610 is for natural steatite that is not crushed or powdered, while HS-6 252620 is for crushed or powdered steatite.
Can I classify talc used in cosmetics under HS-4 2526?: Yes, if it is in a powdered form, you should use HS-6 252620 for crushed talc.
Are there any specific packaging requirements for importing steatite?: While there are no specific packaging requirements, ensure that the product is securely packaged to prevent damage during transit.
Is there a duty rate for importing natural steatite?: Duty rates can vary by country, so check with your local customs authority for specific rates applicable to HS-4 2526.
What documentation do I need for importing talc?: You will typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of origin or quality, depending on the destination country.

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