Synthetic Rutile Equivalent Ore from United States
Synthetic rutile equivalent ore is a natural high-purity rutile ore upgraded via reduction processes (not chemical alteration) to achieve 94% TiO2, mimicking synthetic rutile grades. It remains classified under tariff item 2614.00.00 as a titanium ore, as the upgrading process is normal to the metallurgical industry and does not transform it into a manufactured product.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify that the reduction process is physical or thermal (e.g
• removal of impurities) and not chemical synthesis, to stay within Chapter 26
• Prepare a process description for CBSA to demonstrate the ore's natural origin
• Report the TiO2 content and metal weight for statistical purposes, as per the tariff's unit of measure