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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
United States to China Trade Analysis
for 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
Detailed tariff information for 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 imports
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 Tariff Rate
Decreasing due to trade tensions and increased domestic sourcing in China
Special Rates
MFN (Most Favored Nation)
0%
Applicable under WTO agreements for qualifying countries, including the United States, unless specific trade disputes or retaliatory tariffs apply.
Retaliatory Tariff
Additional 25%
Imposed on certain U.S. goods, including some construction materials, as part of ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions. Applies unless exemptions are granted.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Increases Tariffs on Chinese Pebbles and Gravel Imports
The U.S. Trade Representative announced an additional 25% tariff on Chinese imports of pebbles, gravel, and crushed stone under HS Code 2517, citing unfair trade practices and overcapacity in China's construction materials sector.
2023-10-15
Impact: This tariff hike is expected to reduce the volume of Chinese imports, increase costs for U.S. construction firms, and potentially drive demand for domestic or alternative international suppliers.
China Responds with Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Construction Materials
In response to U.S. tariffs, China imposed a 20% tariff on U.S. exports of similar aggregate materials, including pebbles and gravel, escalating trade tensions between the two nations.
2023-10-20
Impact: This retaliatory measure may limit U.S. exporters' access to the Chinese market, potentially causing a surplus of aggregates in the U.S. and affecting pricing.
U.S. Construction Industry Faces Supply Chain Strain Due to Tariff Disputes
Ongoing trade disputes over pebbles, gravel, and crushed stone between the U.S. and China have led to supply shortages and higher costs for U.S. infrastructure projects reliant on these materials.
2023-11-05
Impact: The strained supply chain could delay infrastructure projects and increase costs, prompting U.S. companies to seek alternative suppliers from countries like Canada or Mexico.
Policy Updates
U.S. Section 301 Tariff Expansion on Chinese Aggregates
The U.S. government expanded Section 301 tariffs to include additional categories of Chinese construction materials, specifically targeting HS Code 2517 for pebbles, gravel, and crushed stone, effective from October 15, 2023, to address trade imbalances.
Date: 2023-10-10
China's Tariff Countermeasure Announcement
China's Ministry of Commerce announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S. exports of construction aggregates under HS Code 2517, effective October 20, 2023, as a response to U.S. trade actions, aiming to protect domestic industries.
