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
2 declarable lines
Heading 2526 covers natural steatite and talc, including blocks or slabs that are roughly trimmed or merely cut. It is split into two declarable lines: not crushed or powdered, and crushed or powdered. Both lines carry a general (MFN) rate of Free.
Products in this heading
- Natural steatite blocks
- Talc slabs cut to rectangular shape
- Crude talc lumps
- Industrial talc powder
- Milled talc for plastics
- Talc filler for paints
- Talc for ceramics
- Talc powder for paper making
How to choose the right subheading
- Confirm the material is natural steatite or talc, not another white mineral powder.
- Decide whether the goods are in blocks or slabs versus crushed or powdered.
- For blocks or slabs, check whether they are only roughly trimmed or cut into rectangular shapes.
- Use 2526.10.00.00 for not crushed or powdered and 2526.20.00.00 for crushed or powdered.
- Confirm the goods are not a finished cosmetic or other article.
Often confused with
- Heading 2525Mica flakes and splittings
Mica is a different mineral and is classified outside heading 2526.
- Heading 2511Natural barium sulfate (barytes) powder
Barytes is a separate mineral, not talc or steatite.
- Heading 2520Gypsum or anhydrite
Gypsum is a different mineral used in plasters and cements.
- Heading 2506Quartz powder
Quartz is a different mineral and is not steatite or talc.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for talc powder?
Crushed or powdered natural talc is 2526.20.00.00. Its general (MFN) rate is Free.
What is the duty on talc blocks?
Natural talc blocks that are not crushed or powdered are 2526.10.00.00. Its general (MFN) rate is Free.
How do I classify natural steatite or talc?
Start with heading 2526, then use 2526.10.00.00 for not crushed or powdered goods and 2526.20.00.00 for crushed or powdered goods. Both codes carry a general (MFN) rate of Free.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.