Gold-Silver Dore Ore Residue
Residue from ore processing with combined gold and silver content, not fully refined. Fits HTS 2616.90.00.50 for mixed other precious metal content in ores.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If purity exceeds 99.5% gold
High-purity gold bullion is non-monetary gold in Chapter 71.
If semi-manufactured silver powder
Semi-processed silver forms shift to Chapter 71.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
โข Clearly differentiate from bullion to avoid Chapter 71
โข Include smelter certificates for content verification
โข Watch for duty drawbacks if re-exported after refining
Related Products under HTS 2616.90.00.50
Silver-Bearing Ore Concentrate
A concentrated ore primarily containing silver content, extracted from mining operations and processed to enrich precious metal particles. It falls under HTS 2616.90.00.50 as 'other precious metal content' in precious metal ores and concentrates, distinct from gold or platinum-specific subheadings.
Palladium-Rich Ore Concentrate
Concentrate from platinum group ores with significant palladium content, used in refining processes. Classified under HTS 2616.90.00.50 for other precious metal content in ores, excluding pure gold or platinum ores.
Rhodium-Bearing Flotation Concentrate
Flotation concentrate enriched with rhodium from platinum group mineral deposits. It qualifies for HTS 2616.90.00.50 as other precious metal content in precious metal ores and concentrates.
Mixed Precious Metal Ore Fines
Fine particles from crushed ores containing a mix of silver, palladium, and other precious metals. Falls under HTS 2616.90.00.50 for other precious metal content, not fitting gold or platinum pure categories.
Iridium-Enriched Ore Concentrate
Ore concentrate with elevated iridium levels from alluvial or hard-rock mining. Classified in HTS 2616.90.00.50 as other precious metal content in the precious metals ores chapter.
Platinum Group Metal Tailings Concentrate
Reprocessed tailings concentrate recovering PGMs like ruthenium and osmium. HTS 2616.90.00.50 covers this as other precious metal content from secondary sources.