Zinc-Lead Sulfide Ore Concentrate from China
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.
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
• 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