Polymetallic Copper-Zinc Ore Fines
Fine particles of copper ore with substantial zinc impurities, often resulting from crushing operations in polymetallic mines. Classified under tariff item 2603.00.00 as copper ore fines, with zinc content reported statistically.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If zinc is the dominant metal and copper is a byproduct
Zinc ores and concentrates are classified under heading 26.08 when zinc predominates.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a detailed assay for copper and zinc to support classification
• Confirm the fines are not waste or slag excluded by Chapter 26 note 1
• Keep records of the crushing process to show normal metallurgical treatment
Related Products under Tariff item 2603.00.00
Antlerite Copper Sulfate Ore
Antlerite is a rare copper sulfate hydroxide mineral that forms concentrates with approximately 38% copper, ideal for solvent extraction. It is found in arid supergene zones and falls under this tariff item as a copper ore. The copper content is reported per statistical note 1.
Azurite-Malachite Mixed Copper Ore
Mixed azurite and malachite ores produce blended concentrates with 18-25% copper content, processed via acid leaching. These are genuine copper ores of the kind used in metallurgical extraction. They fall under this tariff item as copper ores, with the total copper content reported per statistical note 1.
Azurite Oxide Copper Ore
Azurite is a copper carbonate mineral (Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2) found in the oxidized zones of copper deposits. It is a genuine copper ore of the kind used in metallurgical extraction, typically processed via solvent extraction-electrowinning. It falls under this tariff item as a copper ore, with the metal content reported per statistical note 1.
Bornite Copper Concentrate
Bornite, also known as peacock ore, is a copper iron sulfide mineral (Cu5FeS4) that yields copper concentrates after flotation. It is a primary copper ore used as feedstock for copper smelters. It is classified under this tariff item as a copper concentrate, with the copper content reported per statistical note 1.
Chalcopyrite Copper Ore
Chalcopyrite is the most common copper sulfide mineral (CuFeS2), typically containing 20-30% copper. It is mined and processed into concentrates for copper extraction in smelters. It falls under this tariff item as a copper ore, with the copper content reported per statistical note 1.
Chalcopyrite-Sphalerite Mixed Concentrate
Mixed mineral concentrate of chalcopyrite (copper iron sulfide) and sphalerite (zinc sulfide) from bulk flotation. Classified under tariff item 2603.00.00 as a copper ore concentrate, with zinc content reported per assay.