Marcasite Iron Pyrite Crystals from China
Natural marcasite variety of unroasted iron pyrites (FeS2) in crystalline form, valued for both industrial sulfur source and collector specimens. Falls under HTS 2502.00.00.00 as unroasted iron pyrites regardless of crystal structure. Used in pyrotechnics and as specimen mineral.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include XRF analysis confirming FeS2 composition to differentiate from similar-looking metallic minerals
• For collector specimens, provide certificates of authenticity to avoid gemstone misclassification
• Declare crystal size and purity level; larger pure crystals may face different valuation methods