Chromite Ore Lumpy Grade A
Lumpy chromite ore with a chromium content equivalent to 30-35% Cr2O3, primarily composed of chromite mineral (FeCr2O4). Classified under HTS 2610.00.0020 due to its low chromium oxide equivalence not exceeding 40%. Used mainly as feedstock for ferrochrome production in stainless steel manufacturing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chemically or physically upgraded
Ores with >40% Cr2O3 equivalence fall into the higher chromium content subheading.
If containing recoverable metals from processing residues
Slag, ash, or residues used for metal extraction shift to Chapter 26 heading 2620 per chapter notes.
If roasted and further processed into ferrochromium
Roasted chromium ores converted to ferroalloys are classified under Chapter 72 as iron and steel products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain certified assay reports verifying Cr2O3 equivalence ≤40% from accredited labs to avoid reclassification
• Ensure proper documentation of mine origin and processing stage; unprocessed concentrates only qualify
• Beware of misdeclaration as higher-grade ore (2610.00.0040), which incurs different duties
Related Products under HTS 2610.00.00.20
South African UG2 Chromite Fines
Fines recovered from UG2 PGM tailings in South Africa, averaging 25-32% Cr2O3 equivalence. Classified as chromium ores under HTS 2610.00.0020 due to ≤40% chromium content. Widely used in refractory brick manufacturing.
Indian Metallurgical Chromite Concentrate
Washed and screened chromite concentrate from Odisha mines, 35% Cr2O3 equivalence. Fits HTS 2610.00.0020 for concentrates ≤40% chromium oxide. Key input for Indian stainless steel exports.
Turkish Low-Chrome Chromite Ore
Run-of-mine chromite ore from Turkish deposits with 22-38% Cr2O3 equivalence. HTS 2610.00.0020 applies to this unbeneficiated ore ≤40% chromium content. Primarily exported for foundry sand applications.
Low-Grade Chromite Concentrate
Flotation-processed chromite concentrate with approx. 28% Cr2O3 equivalence, low gangue content. Falls under HTS 2610.00.0020 as chromium ore/concentrate ≤40% Cr2O3. Ideal for metallurgical applications in chrome alloy production.