Brazilian Karst Bauxite Ore from Germany
Karst topography bauxite from Brazil's Amazon region, high-grade with boehmite mineralogy, shipped as uncrushed ore. Under HTS 2606.00.00.90 for miscellaneous aluminum ores not otherwise specified. Used in specialty alumina for ceramics.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Brazilian ore often requires phytosanitary certificates due to organic traces; common pitfall for US ports
• Report gross weight and moisture-adjusted assay per statistical notes to prevent valuation disputes
• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for tropical ore imports to avoid seizures