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Psilomelane Manganese Ore

Psilomelane is a manganese oxide mineral aggregate mined from oxide deposits. This ore contains 30-40% manganese oxide, which translates to a manganese content exceeding 20% on a dry weight basis. It qualifies for tariff item 2602.00.00 as a manganese ore.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

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

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide a detailed mineralogical analysis confirming psilomelane composition and manganese content

• Ensure the ore has not undergone processes outside normal metallurgical practices

• Report the manganese metal content in kilograms for customs statistics

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.

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.

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.

High-Grade Manganese Ore

High-grade manganese ore contains more than 44% manganese on a dry weight basis, well above the 20% minimum for tariff item 2602.00.00. This natural ore may include ferruginous varieties with iron impurities. It is used primarily in steelmaking and alloy production.

Low-Grade Psilomelane Concentrate (28% Mn)

This psilomelane concentrate contains 28% manganese by dry weight, produced through mechanical beneficiation of psilomelane ore. It meets the 20% threshold for tariff item 2602.00.00. The concentrate is commonly used in steelmaking applications.