Galena Lead Ore Concentrate from Germany
Galena, primarily lead sulfide (PbS), is the most common lead ore mined and concentrated to increase lead content for smelting. Classified under HTS 2607.00.00.20 as it reports the specific lead content in lead ores and concentrates per statistical notes. This ensures accurate duty assessment based on metal assay without deductions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide certified assay reports detailing lead content without deductions to comply with statistical reporting requirements
• Ensure proper documentation of origin and concentration process to avoid misclassification as unprocessed ore
• Verify moisture content adjustments in shipments to prevent disputes over reported lead quantities