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South African Zircon Ore from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Include export permits from South Africa; test for radioactivity from thorium impurities

Common error: classifying as finished pigment if color-sorted

South African Zircon Ore from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2615.10.00.00