High-Grade Psilomelane Manganese Ore
Psilomelane is a manganese oxide mineral aggregate with over 47% manganese content by dry weight, often used in steel alloy production. This ferruginous ore falls under HTS 2602.00.0060 due to its high manganese concentration exceeding the 47% threshold. It is mined primarily in South Africa and Australia for industrial extraction.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If manganese content between 20-47% by dry weight
Ores with manganese under 47% but ≥20% fall under lower concentration subheading in Chapter 26 for manganese ores.
If processed into roasted or calcined concentrates
Roasting or calcining changes the ore to a concentrate, classified under heading 2617 for chemically processed manganese materials.
If agglomerated into ferro-manganese pellets for steel production
Agglomeration into ferruginous pellets shifts classification to Chapter 72 as ferro-alloys rather than raw ore.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain certified assay reports verifying manganese content ≥47% dry weight to confirm classification and avoid reclassification to lower subheadings
• Ensure proper documentation of dry weight basis calculations, as moisture content can affect reported manganese percentage during customs valuation
• Declare iron content accurately if ferruginous; common pitfalls include underestimating impurities leading to duty disputes
Related Products under HTS 2602.00.00.60
Pyrolusite Manganese Ore Concentrate
Pyrolusite, the primary manganese dioxide ore, beneficiated to contain over 47% manganese by weight on a dry basis, suitable for battery and chemical applications. Classified under HTS 2602.00.0060 for its high-grade manganese content meeting the specific statistical threshold. Sourced from deposits in Gabon and Brazil.
Ferruginous Manganiferous Ore Lumps
Lump-form ferruginous manganese ore with ≥47% manganese by dry weight, iron-rich, ideal for direct smelting in ferro-manganese production. This product qualifies for HTS 2602.00.0060 based on its manganese assay exceeding the high-grade threshold. Typically exported from Australia’s Groote Eylandt mine.
Manganese Ore Pellets (Natural Agglomerates)
Naturally formed or minimally processed manganese ore pellets containing ≥47% Mn dry weight, used in blast furnaces. Falls under HTS 2602.00.0060 as high-concentration manganese ore, not requiring artificial agglomeration. Sourced from Kalahari Basin deposits.
High-Grade Ferruginous Manganese Sinter Feed
Un-sintered ferruginous manganese ore fines prepared as sinter feed with ≥47% Mn dry basis for steel plant use. Classified HTS 2602.00.0060 prior to thermal agglomeration. Australian high-grade export product.
High-Mn Siliceous Manganese Ore Fines
Fines-grade siliceous manganese ore assaying over 47% manganese dry weight, with moderate silica for flux applications in steelmaking. Meets HTS 2602.00.0060 criteria for high manganese content in ferruginous ores. Produced via crushing operations in Ukraine and South Africa.
Braunite-Rich Manganese Ore
Braunite manganese silicate ore with manganese content exceeding 47% by dry weight, valued for silicomanganese alloy production. Classified in HTS 2602.00.0060 for high-grade manganese ores including ferruginous types. Mined in India’s Maharashtra region.