HTS 2505.10.50.00: US import duty from China
Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not colored, other than metalbearing sands of chapter 26, Silica sands and quartz sands, Other. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 0% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 25% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $0.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,547.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 2505.10.50.00 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 2505.10.50.00 (Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not colored, other than metalbearing sands of chapter 26, Silica sands and quartz sands, Other) have a duty of 25% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 2505.10.50.00 cover?
Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not colored, other than metalbearing sands of chapter 26, Silica sands and quartz sands, Other. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 2505.10.50.00 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,547, about 25.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 2505
- 2505.10.10.00Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not colored, other than metalbearing sands of chapter 26, Silica sands and quartz sands, Sand containing by weight 95 percent or more of silica and not more than 0.6 percent of oxide of iron
- 2505.90.00.00Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not colored, other than metalbearing sands of chapter 26, Other
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Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.