Specular Hematite Micaceous Iron Oxide
Natural specular hematite ore featuring micaceous iron oxide with metallic luster and platy crystals, extracted from geological deposits. HTS 2530.90.2000 applies as it matches the legal definition of natural micaceous iron oxides in chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.9% | +25.0% | 27.9% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.9% | — | 2.9% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 2.9% | — | 2.9% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.9% | — | 2.9% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.9% | — | 2.9% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classifiable under pebbled or crushed stone
Chapter note prioritizes heading 2517 for any overlapping products like certain mineral pebbles.
If when prepared as paint pigments
Chapter 32 covers prepared pigments and opacifiers derived from these minerals.
If agglomerated or built-up from splittings
Agglomerated mica products, including built-up forms, shift to Chapter 68.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'natural micaceous iron oxides' to prevent confusion with synthetic oxides
• Retain assay reports showing natural mineral composition without chemical processing
Related Products under HTS 2530.90.20.00
Natural Micaceous Iron Oxide Powder
A fine powder derived from natural micaceous iron oxide deposits, characterized by its flaky, mica-like structure and high iron content. Classified under HTS 2530.90.2000 as it consists purely of unprocessed natural micaceous iron oxides, fitting the chapter note for mineral substances not elsewhere specified.
Micaceous Iron Oxide Flakes
Coarse, plate-like flakes of natural micaceous iron oxide mined from specular hematite deposits, prized for anti-corrosive properties. Falls under HTS 2530.90.2000 per chapter notes as unworked natural micaceous iron oxides.
Goethite Micaceous Iron Oxide Ore
Micaceous variety of goethite iron oxide with flaky platelets, sourced from sedimentary iron formations. Directly aligns with HTS 2530.90.2000 for unprocessed natural micaceous iron oxides.
Limonite Micaceous Iron Oxide Fines
Fine particles of limonite-based micaceous iron oxide, a hydrated iron ore with platy morphology from natural deposits. HTS 2530.90.2000 due to its status as natural micaceous iron oxide per chapter provisions.