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U.S. imports of natural steatite (talc), not crushed or powdered (HS 252610) totaled $3K in April 2026, traded with 6 countries.
Natural Steatite (Talc), Not Crushed or Powdered imports of $3K in April 2026 ran 100% below the year-to-date monthly average of $1.3M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataLump or block-form natural steatite — the raw, unprocessed precursor to talc — enters the US under a single tariff line (2526100000) and is primarily consumed by the ceramics, refractory, and electrical insulation industries before further milling. Pakistan is the leading supplier to the US market, with China and Taiwan also significant sources. Because this form is not yet crushed or powdered, it is distinct from processed talc and typically requires less stringent particle-specification documentation at entry, though origin marking and country-of-origin declarations remain essential.
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HTS 252610 covers steatite and talc in its natural, unprocessed state — not crushed and not powdered. Once the material has been crushed or reduced to powder, it falls under HTS 252620. The physical form at the time of importation determines classification, so importers should ensure invoices and packing lists accurately describe the product's condition.
Natural steatite from China may be subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should verify current applicability with a licensed customs broker, as product-specific exclusions and list assignments can affect the duty outcome.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELGIUM | -- | $479K | +$479K |
| MEXICO | -- | $317K | +$317K |
| ARGENTINA | -- | $51K | +$51K |
| COSTA RICA | -- | $19K | +$19K |
| CANADA | $3K | -- | -$3K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2526100000 | NATURAL STEATITE, NOT CRUSHED, NOT POWDERED | $3K | 10.02% | $327 |
NATURAL STEATITE, NOT CRUSHED, NOT POWDERED
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2526100000 | NATURAL STEATITE, NOT CRUSHED, NOT POWDERED | $867K |
NATURAL STEATITE, NOT CRUSHED, NOT POWDERED
1.3M kg
PORTLAND CEMENT EXCEPT WHITE PORTLAND CEMENT
HS 252329
SULFUR OF ALL KINDS, NOT SUBLIMED,PRECIP,COLLOIDAL
HS 250300
SALT INCL TBL/DENTRD, PURE SODM CHLOR ETC; SEA WTR
HS 250100
UNGRND NAT CAL PHSPH, ALUM CAL PHOS A PHOS CHALK
HS 251010
FLUORSPAR OV 97% OF CALCIUM FLUORD BY WGHT
HS 252922
PEBBLES, GRAVEL ETC. FOR CONCRETE AGGREGATES ETC.
HS 251710
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana | -- | $524K | +$524K |
| New Jersey | -- | $262K | +$262K |
| Tennessee | -- | $51K | +$51K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON, TX | -- | $479K | +$479K |
| LAREDO, TX | -- | $273K | +$273K |
| SAVANNAH, GA | -- | $51K | +$51K |