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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If refined into unwrought iridium
Refined PGM metals are classified in Chapter 71.
If niobium-tantalum ore with iridium
Mixed rare earth ores have specific provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain customs ruling in advance for rare PGMs like iridium
• Ensure chain-of-custody documentation from mine to port
• Monitor for base metal dominance that could change heading
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Silver-Bearing Ore Concentrate
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Palladium-Rich Ore Concentrate
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Mixed Precious Metal Ore Fines
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