Broken Zinc-Lead Ore from Open Pit from China
Crushed ore from open-pit polymetallic mines containing sphalerite and galena, prior to milling. The lead fraction within zinc ore matrix reported statistically via HTS 2608.00.00.20. Represents run-of-mine material.
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
• Use representative sampling protocols per ASTM standards for lead content accuracy
• Secure bulk carrier certifications for hazardous material if lead exceeds thresholds
• Avoid classifying as waste; provide extraction intent documentation