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Manganese Ore Pellets (Natural Agglomerates)

Naturally formed or minimally processed manganese ore pellets containing at least 47% manganese by dry weight. These pellets are used in blast furnaces for steelmaking. They fall under tariff item 2602.00.00 as high-concentration manganese ore, not requiring artificial agglomeration.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7202.19.00Same rate: Free

If the pellets are ferro-manganese

Ferro-manganese is classified in Chapter 72.

2617.90.00Same rate: Free

If the pellets are not manganese ore

Other mineral products may fall under heading 26.17.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm that the pellets are naturally formed, as artificial agglomeration may change classification

• Provide assay results for manganese content on dry weight

• Report metal content in kilograms for statistical purposes

Related Products under Tariff item 2602.00.00

Braunite Manganese Concentrate (35% Mn)

This braunite concentrate contains 35% manganese by dry weight, derived from the mineral braunite (Mn2O3). It meets the 20% threshold for tariff item 2602.00.00 and is used in the production of silicomanganese alloys. The concentrate is produced through mechanical beneficiation.

Braunite Manganese Ore

Braunite is a manganese silicate mineral commonly found in metamorphic deposits. This ore contains 24% manganese by dry weight, which meets the 20% threshold for classification under tariff item 2602.00.00. It is used in the metallurgical industry for the production of manganese alloys.

Braunite-Rich Manganese Ore

Braunite-rich manganese ore with manganese content exceeding 47% by dry weight, a manganese silicate mineral. This high-grade ore is valued for silicomanganese alloy production. It is classified under tariff item 2602.00.00 as a high-grade manganese ore.

Ferruginous Manganese Ore (32% Mn)

This naturally occurring ferruginous manganese ore contains 32% manganese by dry weight, exceeding the 20% threshold for tariff item 2602.00.00. It includes iron oxides and has a total manganese content below 47%. It is used in ferro-manganese production.

Ferruginous Manganiferous Ore Lumps

Lump-form ferruginous manganese ore with at least 47% manganese by dry weight, rich in iron. This product is ideal for direct smelting in ferro-manganese production. It qualifies under tariff item 2602.00.00 as a high-grade ferruginous manganese ore.

Hausmannite Manganese Ore

Hausmannite is a manganese oxide mineral (Mn3O4) that occurs in hydrothermal veins. This ore contains 22% manganese by dry weight, qualifying it as a manganese ore under tariff item 2602.00.00. It is a ferruginous type, meaning it contains significant iron content.