Zinc-Bearing Precious Metal Ore Concentrate

A concentrate derived from precious metal ores containing significant zinc content, classified under HTS 2616.90.0030 due to its zinc assay quantity as per statistical notes. This material is typically used in the extraction of precious metals like gold or silver where zinc is present as a byproduct.

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 ore without significant precious metals

Pure zinc ores and concentrates fall under heading 2608, separate from precious metal ores in Chapter 26.

2616.90.00Same rate: 35%

If other metal content dominates over zinc

Statistical suffix 0060 applies to precious metal ores/concentrates with other metal content, not specifically zinc-bearing.

2620.19Lower: 10% vs 35%

If processed as roasting/dcalcining residues containing zinc

Chapter note limits 2620 to specific slags/ashes/residues used for metal extraction, potentially including zinc-bearing types.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Report zinc content based on assay quantity without deductions as required by statistical notes to avoid misclassification

Provide laboratory assay certificates documenting precious metal and zinc composition for customs valuation

Ensure documentation distinguishes from base metal zinc ores under Chapter 26 headings like 2608 to prevent reclassification