Leucite Ore Concentrate from Germany
Concentrated leucite (potassium aluminosilicate) ore extracted from volcanic deposits, used in specialty ceramics and as a potassium source in fertilizers. Classified under HTS 2529.30.00 as crude or beneficiated leucite, not chemically altered. Its high potash content makes it valuable for glass batch formulations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide XRF chemical analysis confirming leucite composition (>50% KAlSi2O6) to prevent confusion with nepheline
• Declare radioactivity levels if from volcanic sources; comply with USGS import guidelines for strategic minerals
• Avoid packaging that suggests processing; use 'crude ore' labeling to maintain 2529 classification