Zinc Blende Ore from Canada
Zinc blende, also known as sphalerite, is the primary zinc ore consisting mainly of zinc sulfide (ZnS) with minor impurities. It falls under HTS 2608.00.00 as a zinc ore mined directly from deposits and used for zinc extraction after concentration. This classification covers natural zinc-bearing ores prior to smelting or refining.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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
• Obtain accurate assay reports certifying zinc content to comply with statistical reporting requirements without deductions
• Verify origin certificates as many zinc ores come from major producers like Australia or Peru to qualify for preferential tariffs
• Avoid misclassification as zinc concentrates if ore particles exceed typical concentration thresholds