Chromite Ore 42% Cr2O3 Grade from Japan
Natural chromite ore extracted from deposits in South Africa, assayed at 42% equivalent chromic oxide content. This falls under HTS 2610.00.0040 due to its chromium content between 40-46% Cr2O3, used primarily for stainless steel production. It is supplied in bulk for metallurgical processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Obtain accurate assay certificates from certified labs to verify Cr2O3 content within 40-46% range for correct classification
• Ensure proper documentation of mine origin and metal content as per statistical notes, avoiding deductions in reporting
• Comply with environmental regulations on heavy metal transport; common pitfall is misdeclaring particle size leading to wrong subheading