Heterogenite Cobalt Ore from China

Heterogenite is a hydrated cobalt oxide mineral (CoO(OH)) found in oxidized zones of copper-cobalt deposits. Classified under HTS 2605.00.00.00 as a cobalt ore and concentrate due to its direct use in hydrometallurgical cobalt extraction. Commonly mined in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide detailed mineralogical reports for customs valuation based on cobalt assay; declare associated copper content accurately to prevent reclassification

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