Zircon Flour Precursor Ore from Japan
Coarse zircon ore milled to precursor fines for zircon flour production, sourced from Indian beach placers. Under HTS 2615.10.00.00 as it's minimally processed concentrate retaining ore characteristics for grinding into ceramic opacifiers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document milling limits to stay as ore; watch for Indian export duties
• Pitfall: over-milling shifts to Chapter 25 or 28