Saprolite Nickel Ore from Canada
Saprolite nickel ore is a limonite-type laterite ore rich in magnesium silicates and nickel, typically mined in open pits in New Caledonia or Australia. Classified under HTS 2604.00.00 as a nickel-bearing ore and concentrate for recovery of nickel metal. It remains in raw or crudely concentrated form prior to smelting.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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
• Provide laboratory assays for nickel, iron, and moisture to meet CBP valuation and statistical note requirements
• Check for anti-dumping duties if sourced from specific countries like Indonesia
• Use proper bulk shipping documentation to handle high-volume ore shipments safely