HS Code for Slag macadam

Slag macadam is classified under HS code 2517.20. This code is designated for macadam consisting of slag, dross, or similar industrial waste. The classification is based on the material's composition and its intended use in civil engineering and road construction. Heading 2517 covers various types of aggregates used for concrete, road metal, or railway ballast. Subheading 2517.20 specifically captures the recycled industrial by-products that have been processed into a form suitable for road-making (macadam). This classification remains valid even if the slag is mixed with natural stone materials described in 2517.10, provided the slag component is a significant part of the mixture intended for macadam use. The material is typically crushed and graded to specific sizes to ensure structural integrity in pavement layers.

Products Included

• Crushed blast furnace slag for roads
• Steel slag macadam
• Processed industrial dross for paving
• Slag-based road base aggregates
• Mixed slag and stone macadam

Common Misclassification

Slag macadam is often confused with 2618.00, which covers granulated slag (slag sand) from the manufacture of iron or steel. It is also sometimes misclassified under 2517.10, which is reserved for macadam made of natural stones like flint, pebbles, or crushed stone. The distinction lies in whether the source material is a natural mineral or an industrial waste product.

FAQ

What is the HS code for slag macadam?

The HS code for macadam made of slag, dross, or similar industrial waste is 2517.20.

Can slag macadam contain natural stone?

Yes, HS code 2517.20 includes slag macadam whether or not it incorporates the natural stone materials mentioned in subheading 2517.10.