Anatase-Rutile Mixed Ore from China
Mixed anatase-rutile ore combines low-temp anatase TiO2 polymorph with stable rutile, totaling 70-85% TiO2 from metamorphic deposits. Classified in HTS 2614.00.60.40 as other titanium ores including rutile variants, used in sulfate pigment processes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
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
• XRD analysis recommended to confirm polymorph mix; impacts end-use declaration
• Humidity control critical as anatase is more reactive; use sealed liners