Bauxite Ore from Japan
Bauxite is the principal ore of aluminum, primarily composed of alumina minerals such as gibbsite, boehmite, and diaspore, often found mixed with iron oxides and silica. It falls under HTS 2606.00.00 as a raw aluminum ore extracted from surface deposits and used directly for aluminum production via the Bayer process. This classification covers unprocessed or minimally processed aluminum-bearing ores.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
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Import Tips
• Obtain a certificate of analysis verifying aluminum content to confirm classification under 2606 and avoid reclassification as waste
• Ensure proper declaration of moisture content as it affects net weight and duty calculation for bulk shipments
• Comply with environmental regulations; provide origin certificates to trace mining source amid bauxite export restrictions from countries like Indonesia