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South African Chromite Concentrate 43% Cr2O3 from China

Concentrated chromite from Bushveld deposits with 43% Cr2O3 equivalent, beneficiated to remove gangue materials. Classified under HTS 2610.00.0040 for mid-grade chromium ores and concentrates suitable for ferrochrome smelting. Bulk shipped for industrial ferroalloy production.

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
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Declare exact chromium assay without deductions as required by statistical notes to prevent reclassification

• Use ISPM 15 compliant wooden packaging for bulk ore shipments to avoid quarantine issues

• Monitor for silica content which could affect classification if exceeding typical ore specs