Platinum Group Metals-Copper Flotation Concentrate from Mexico
Flotation concentrate from PGM ore processing containing copper sulfides recovered with platinum group metals. HTS 2616.90.00.10 applies to such 'other' precious metal concentrates where copper content is statistically reported. Distinguished from base metal concentrates by precious metal recovery intent.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include PGM recovery process documentation to justify precious metal ore classification over base copper concentrates
• Report only assay copper content without deductions; impurities don't reduce declared quantity
• Check for Chapter 26 exclusions if copper exceeds precious metal values, triggering base metal headings