Galena Lead Ore Concentrate from China
Concentrate derived from galena (PbS), the primary lead sulfide mineral, with high lead assay after milling and flotation. Falls under HTS 2616.90.00.20 for lead content in precious metal ores and concentrates. Essential raw material for lead-acid battery production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Report lead quantity via assay without deductions; mismatches lead to penalties
• Label shipments clearly as 'precious metal ore' to prevent confusion with Chapter 26 base ores
• Verify particle size if coarse (>4.75mm per notes) but note applies mainly to iron ores