Nickel Laterite Ore from Canada
Nickel laterite ore is a type of nickel-bearing ore extracted from weathered ultramafic rocks, containing nickel along with iron, cobalt, and other metals. It falls under HTS 2604.00.0080 as a nickel ore and concentrate with other metal content beyond pure nickel, typically reported by assay quantity without deductions per statistical notes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Report metal content using assay quantity without deductions as per statistical notes to avoid misdeclaration penalties
• Obtain detailed chemical analysis certificates from accredited labs to verify nickel and other metal contents for customs valuation
• Ensure proper documentation of ore origin to comply with conflict mineral regulations if applicable to associated metals