Rutile Sand Ore from Mexico
Rutile sand ore consists of natural titanium dioxide-rich mineral sands primarily containing rutile (TiO2), extracted from beach or alluvial deposits. It falls under HTS 2614.00.60.40 as 'other' titanium ores and concentrates, specifically including rutile sand, used mainly for titanium metal production and pigment manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
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Import Tips
• Obtain certificate of analysis confirming titanium content and impurities to meet assay reporting requirements without deductions
• Verify origin documentation as many suppliers are from Australia or Sierra Leone; ensure compliance with US conflict minerals rules
• Avoid misclassification as synthetic rutile by confirming natural extraction status; common pitfall is overlooking radiation screening for monazite impurities