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Unroasted Pyrite Ore Fines

Fine-grained unroasted iron pyrites ore, ground to less than 10mm particle size during extraction but not thermally processed. Classified under HTS 2502.00.00.00 as unroasted iron pyrites suitable for sulfuric acid production feedstock. These fines are used in fertilizer and chemical industries.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2511.10.50.00Lower: Free vs 37.5%

If natural barium sulfate impurities dominate composition

Pyrite ore with heavy barite content may classify as natural barium sulfate rather than iron pyrites.

2613.10.00.00Lower: 14.3% vs 37.5%

If for copper-bearing pyrite concentrates

Roasted or unroasted pyrites roasted for copper recovery fall under copper ores and concentrates.

2530.90Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If mixed with other earth colors or minerals

Impure pyrites resembling micaceous iron oxides classify under mineral substances of heading 2530.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide particle size analysis to distinguish from roasted fines or other mineral powders that might fall under different headings

• Check for spontaneous combustion risks in shipment; use proper ventilation and inert atmosphere packaging

• Confirm no roasting via thermal analysis certificates to prevent reclassification during customs inspection