Unexpanded Vermiculite Ore
Raw vermiculite ore extracted from natural deposits, unexpanded and suitable for horticultural or insulation applications after processing. Classified under HTS 2530.90.80 as unexpanded vermiculite, a mineral substance not elsewhere specified per chapter notes. It falls into 'other' mineral substances in heading 2530.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If expanded into insulation boards
Expanded or agglomerated vermiculite products move to Chapter 68 as worked mineral products.
If processed into exfoliated form for specific uses
Certain expanded clays and vermiculite may classify under natural borates or related minerals if chemically altered.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify mineral purity via lab testing to avoid reclassification; ensure documentation proves unexpanded state per statistical notes; watch for contamination that could shift to waste headings
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