Pyrolusite Manganese Ore from China
Pyrolusite (MnO2) ore lumps with 35% metallic manganese equivalent on dry basis from South African mines. HTS 2602.00.00 applies due to high manganese purity exceeding 20% threshold.
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
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use XRF analysis for precise MnO2 to metallic Mn conversion in declarations
• Specify lump vs fines to match buyer processing equipment
• Comply with dust suppression standards for fine concentrates