Chromite Ore Lumpy Grade A from China
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.
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
• 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