Washed Barytes Ore
Natural barium sulfate ore that has been washed to remove impurities but not finely ground, used primarily as a filler in paints and plastics. Falls under HTS 2511.10.50.00 as 'other' processed natural barytes, excluding crude forms. This distinguishes it from witherite or barium oxide.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unwashed crude ore
Unprocessed or minimally cleaned barytes meeting crude grind specs goes to the crude subcategory for simpler tariff treatment.
If flux calcined
Calcined barytes used as fluxing agent in ceramics shifts to heading 2529 for calcined flint and similar products.
If incorporated into pigments
When mixed and processed into inorganic coloring matter, it becomes a pigment under Chapter 32 rather than raw mineral.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide washing process documentation to prove minimal processing; test for barium sulfate purity >90% to comply with natural classification; watch for contamination that could trigger hazardous material rules
Related Products under HTS 2511.10.50.00
Ground Barytes Powder
Finely ground natural barium sulfate (barytes) ore processed into powder form for industrial applications such as drilling mud additives in oil and gas exploration. Classified under HTS 2511.10.50.00 as 'other' natural barium sulfate that is not crude or insufficiently ground. It meets the definition of natural barytes, distinguished from precipitated barium sulfate in heading 2833.
Micronized Barytes Filler
Ultra-fine micronized natural barium sulfate used as a functional filler in high-performance coatings and rubber compounds. HTS 2511.10.50.00 covers this 'other' form of processed natural barytes, separate from synthetic versions. Its natural origin and minimal chemical alteration keep it in Chapter 25.
Natural Barytes for Drilling Grade
High-specific gravity natural barium sulfate selected and sized for weighting agents in oil well drilling fluids. Classified in HTS 2511.10.50.00 as 'other' natural barytes, not crude, due to specific sizing for industrial use. Excludes any chemically modified forms.
Barytes Lump for Grinding
Lump form natural barium sulfate ore suitable for further grinding into powder, sourced from barytes deposits. Under HTS 2511.10.50.00 as 'other' since it exceeds crude size limits but remains unground. Used in manufacturing fillers and extenders.
High-Purity Barytes Powder
Premium ground natural barium sulfate with over 95% purity, used in pharmaceutical and specialty filler applications. HTS 2511.10.50.00 applies to this 'other' processed natural form, excluding synthetic high-purity grades. Its natural extraction origin is key.
Barytes for Paint Extender
Ground natural barium sulfate specifically graded as an extender pigment in architectural paints to improve opacity and durability. Classified under HTS 2511.10.50.00 as 'other' natural barytes before pigment formulation. Remains a raw mineral input.