Limonite Nickel Ore
Limonite layer of laterite profiles consisting of iron oxides with adsorbed nickel, typically higher grade at 1.5-2.5% Ni. Falls under HTS 2604.00.0040 with nickel content reported by assay without deductions. Used in high-pressure acid leach (HPAL) processing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If iron content dominant and coarse particles
Primarily iron ores with coarse particles (>4.75mm) are classified under iron ore headings.
If roasted for antimony recovery
Calcined ores used in other metal extraction like antimony go to heading 2617.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Account for high moisture (30-40%) in limonite; use dry weight basis for accurate nickel content
• Comply with EPA import notifications if ore contains hazardous impurities above thresholds
• Differentiate from tailings; only unprocessed ore qualifies for this HTS
Related Products under HTS 2604.00.00.40
Nickel Laterite Ore
A naturally occurring ore primarily composed of nickel-bearing silicates and oxides, such as garnierite, mined from tropical weathering profiles. Classified under HTS 2604.00.0040 as nickel ores and concentrates, with nickel content reported for statistical purposes based on assay quantity. It is used in metallurgical processes to extract nickel for stainless steel production.
Saprolite Nickel Ore
Saprolite is the lower-grade, clay-rich layer of nickel laterite deposits containing hydrous magnesium-nickel silicates. It falls under HTS 2604.00.0040 for nickel ores with statistical reporting of nickel content by assay. Primarily imported for smelting into ferronickel alloys.
Garnierite Nickel Ore
Garnierite is a magnesium-rich variety of nickel-bearing serpentine mineral found in laterite deposits, typically containing 1-2% nickel. Reported under HTS 2604.00.0040 based on nickel content per statistical notes. Essential raw material for nickel pig iron production.
Norilsk Nickel Ore Concentrate
Sulfide nickel-copper ore from Russian deposits, containing pentlandite and other nickel sulfides, processed to concentrate form but still classified as ore. HTS 2604.00.0040 captures nickel content statistically. Key for sulfide nickel production.