Rhodochrosite Manganese Ore (40% Mn) from China
Rhodochrosite (MnCO3) ore with 40% manganese content dry weight, under 47%. Under HTS 2602.00.0040 as qualifying manganese concentrate. Mined for flux in steelmaking and manganese metal 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
• Carbonate ores need humidity-controlled storage; document to prevent degradation
• Verify no arsenic content exceeding limits per Chapter 2620 exclusion notes
• Use ISRT shipping terms for bulk ore to minimize contamination risks