Natural Cryolite Ore from Mexico
Raw sodium aluminum fluoride mineral extracted from deposits in Greenland, used primarily as a flux in aluminum smelting. This natural cryolite ore is unprocessed and classifiable under tariff item 2530.90.00 as a mineral substance not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Maintain records showing the ore is in its crude state, not roasted or calcined, to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the ore's intended use in aluminum smelting to the CBSA
• Be aware that if the ore is concentrated by flotation, it may still qualify, but chemical processing would not