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U.S. imports of natural sands (other) (HS 250590) totaled $1.8M in April 2026, traded with 14 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataCovering naturally occurring sands that are neither silica nor quartz — such as calcareous, feldspathic, and heavy mineral sands — this heading (2505900000) serves construction, abrasive, and specialty industrial markets. Canada and Turkey are the leading US import sources, with the United Kingdom, Mexico, and the Bahamas also contributing meaningfully. Correct classification hinges on mineralogical composition: sands with dominant silica or quartz content belong under heading 2505.10, making laboratory analysis a practical necessity for borderline shipments.
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Classification turns on mineralogical composition. Sands dominated by silica or quartz minerals belong under heading 2505.10, while those composed primarily of other minerals — calcareous, feldspathic, or heavy mineral varieties — fall under 2505.90. Importers should retain supplier certificates of analysis or independent lab reports to support the declared classification.
Construction aggregate, beach replenishment, abrasive blasting, and specialty filtration media are the primary end uses. Heavy mineral sands containing ilmenite, rutile, or zircon may also be imported for titanium and zirconium feedstock, though those concentrates are typically classified under separate mineral headings.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $1.1M | $100K | -$958K |
| CHINA | $17K | $551K | +$534K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $358K | $175K | -$183K |
| TURKEY | $220K | -- | -$220K |
| MEXICO | $40K | $38K | -$2K |
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