Low-Grade Psilomelane Concentrate (28% Mn) from China
Concentrated psilomelane ore, a manganese oxide mineral, with 28% manganese by dry weight and under 47% total. Falls under HTS 2602.00.0040 for manganese ores and concentrates meeting the 20-47% threshold. Commonly beneficiated for use in ferroalloy production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit laboratory assays for dry weight manganese content to validate <47% classification
• Declare as concentrate if beneficiated; raw ore may require different handling and valuation
• Check for radioactive impurities common in manganese ores and include in safety documentation