Argentite Ore from Mexico
Argentite (Ag2S) is a primary silver sulfide ore mined from hydrothermal veins, containing 87% silver by weight. It falls under HTS 2616.10.00 as a silver ore and concentrate used for precious metal extraction. The material is typically crushed and processed via flotation to recover silver concentrates.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Obtain assay certificates verifying silver content from accredited labs to support classification and valuation
• Ensure proper labeling of hazardous materials if containing sulfides; comply with EPA import regulations for ores
• Avoid misclassification as base metal ores by providing geological reports confirming silver as principal metal