Galena Lead Ore from China
Galena is the primary mineral form of lead sulfide (PbS), a dense metallic ore typically found in hydrothermal veins. It is mined and processed as lead ore and concentrate under HTS 2607.00.00 because it contains over 50% lead by weight and is used directly for lead extraction. The coarse crystalline structure makes it suitable for crushing and flotation concentration.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain assay certificates verifying lead content (typically 50-90%) to confirm classification under 2607 and avoid reclassification as lower-grade minerals
• Ensure compliance with EPA lead import regulations, including prior notice via ACE system and hazardous material declarations