Chromite Sand Concentrate
This is a fine chromite sand concentrate produced by gravity separation, with Cr2O3 content over 46%, used in foundry molding and steel production. It is a chromium concentrate derived from ore through physical beneficiation, which is normal in the metallurgical industry. Therefore, it falls under tariff item 2610.00.00.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the gravity separation process is physical and not chemical, as chemical processing may exclude it from this heading
• Report the Cr2O3 content for statistical purposes
• If the sand is used in foundry applications, it still qualifies as a chromium ore concentrate
Related Products under Tariff item 2610.00.00
Brazilian Refractory Chromite Ore
This is a natural chromite ore from Brazil, containing 30-40% Cr2O3 and 15-20% MgO. It is a mineral of mineralogical species used in the metallurgical industry for chromium extraction, and it has not been submitted to processes outside normal metallurgical beneficiation. Therefore, it falls under tariff item 2610.00.00 as a chromium ore.
Chromite Ore 42% Cr2O3 Grade
This natural chromite ore from South Africa is assayed at 42% equivalent chromic oxide content. It is used primarily for stainless steel production. Therefore, it falls under tariff item 2610.00.00.
Chromite Ore Lumps
This product is chromite ore in lump form, composed primarily of iron chromium oxide (FeCr2O4), used as the main source for chromium extraction in ferrochrome production. It is a natural mineral of metallurgical significance and has not undergone processes beyond normal beneficiation. Thus, it is classified under tariff item 2610.00.00.
Chromite Ore Lumpy Grade A
This lumpy chromite ore has a chromium content equivalent to 30-35% Cr2O3, primarily composed of chromite mineral (FeCr2O4). It is a natural chromium ore used in metallurgical applications. Therefore, it falls under tariff item 2610.00.00.
Indian Metallurgical Chromite Concentrate
This metallurgical-grade chromite concentrate from India, with 46-50% Cr2O3 and a Cr/Fe ratio above 2.8:1, is essential for ferrochrome production. It is a beneficiated chromium ore product obtained through physical methods. Hence, it is classified under tariff item 2610.00.00.
Kazakhstan Chromite Flotation Concentrate
This ultra-fine chromite concentrate, produced by froth flotation from low-grade Kazakh ores, achieves 52% Cr2O3 recovery. Froth flotation is a physical concentration process normal to the metallurgical industry. Therefore, it falls under tariff item 2610.00.00.