Gold-Zinc Ore Flotation Concentrate
A flotation concentrate produced from gold ore deposits containing substantial zinc, used in smelters for the simultaneous recovery of gold and zinc. It falls under tariff item 2616.90.00 as an 'other' precious metal ore concentrate, with the zinc content reported for statistical purposes.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the zinc content is the primary value and gold is incidental
Zinc ores and concentrates are classified under heading 26.08 when zinc is the principal metal.
If the concentrate has been refined to near-pure gold form
Refined gold in unwrought forms falls under Chapter 71, not ore concentrates.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the concentrate's zinc content is accurately assayed, as the statistical unit of measure is based on metal content
• Verify that the product has not undergone processes beyond those normal to the metallurgical industry, per Chapter 26 Note 2
• Be prepared to provide documentation of the ore's mineralogical species for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 2616.90.00
Alluvial Gold Gravel Concentrate
A concentrate from placer mining operations consisting of gold-bearing gravel and sands separated by gravity methods. Classified under 2616.90.00 for gold content in other precious metal ores and concentrates, commonly imported for further processing.
Anglesite Lead Sulfate Ore Concentrate
Anglesite lead sulfate ore concentrate, derived from the mineral PbSO4, is separated using density methods to yield a lead-rich product. It is classified under tariff item 2616.90.00 as a precious metal ore concentrate, with the lead content reported for statistical purposes. This concentrate is primarily supplied to lead refineries for metal extraction.
Bio-Oxidized Gold Ore Residue
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Bonanza Silver Vein Ore
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Broken Hill Lead Ore Concentrate
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Carbonaceous Gold Ore Concentrate
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