Flotation Concentrate from Zinc-Lead Mine from China
Flotation-processed concentrate from polymetallic zinc-lead deposits, grading 40-50% zinc with 8-12% lead. HTS 2608.00.00.20 captures the lead content statistically from these zinc concentrates. Common product from operations like Red Dog Mine.
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
• Submit mill certificates with lead percentage from wet chemistry or instrumental analysis
• Separate bulk shipments into zinc primary vs lead content for accurate 10-digit HTS reporting
• Comply with EPA lead import regulations alongside Customs for environmental documentation