South African Zircon Ore from Canada
Premium zircon ore from Richards Bay, South Africa, with 66% ZrO2 equivalent, used in high-end ceramic glazes. HTS 2615.10.00.00 classification reflects its status as unrefined zirconium concentrate from beach sand mining. Mined via dredging and dry mill concentration.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include export permits from South Africa; test for radioactivity from thorium impurities
• Common error: classifying as finished pigment if color-sorted