Silver-Zinc Precious Ore Concentrate

Concentrate from silver-bearing ores with notable zinc impurities, classified in HTS 2616.90.0030 based on zinc content statistical reporting. Essential for silver refineries handling complex polymetallic deposits.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2608.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If predominantly zinc with minor silver recovery

Heading 2608 covers zinc ores even with recoverable precious metals if zinc is primary.

2616.90.00Same rate: 35%

If without specific zinc content reporting

General precious metal ore heading omits statistical zinc breakout.

2620.99.30.00Same rate: 35%

If as slag/residue from precious metal extraction containing zinc

Chapter 2620 note includes residues used for zinc or metal compound manufacture.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use independent lab assays for silver, zinc, and trace precious metals to support HTS classification

Include origin certificates proving mining source to qualify for any preferential tariff treatments

Avoid bulk packaging that obscures assay labels; use sealed containers with content declarations