Zinc-Lead Sulfide Ore Concentrate
A concentrated ore primarily containing zinc sulfide (sphalerite) with significant lead content from galena inclusions. Classified under HTS 2608.00.00.20 for the lead content portion of zinc ores and concentrates as per statistical reporting requirements. The lead assay determines the quantity reported here.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If lead content predominates over zinc
Ores where lead is the principal metal fall under lead ores and concentrates in Chapter 26 heading 2607.
If processed into slag or residues for metal extraction
Roasted or calcined residues from zinc-lead processing used industrially classify under heading 2620 per chapter notes.
If roasted and containing copper alongside lead
Roasted zinc ores with significant copper and lead content shift to heading 2613 for copper-bearing materials.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide certified assay reports specifying lead content without deductions for accurate statistical reporting
• Ensure proper sampling and analysis compliant with US Customs laboratory methods to avoid reclassification
• Declare total zinc ore under 2608.00.00 while separating lead content statistically to prevent penalties
Related Products under HTS 2608.00.00.20
Mississippi Valley Type Zinc-Lead Ore
Carbonate-hosted sedimentary ore from MVT deposits containing sphalerite with 5-15% lead sulfide. The lead content is statistically reported under HTS 2608.00.00.20 within zinc ores and concentrates. Typical of North American mining regions like Missouri and Kansas.
Flotation Concentrate from Zinc-Lead Mine
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.
Kipushi-Type High-Grade Zinc-Lead Concentrate
High-grade massive sulfide concentrate from Kipushi-style deposits, with 55% zinc and substantial lead. Lead content reported under HTS 2608.00.00.20 as part of zinc ores/concentrates statistical breakdown. Sourced from African copperbelt regions.
Broken Zinc-Lead Ore from Open Pit
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.