Iridium-Enriched Ore Concentrate from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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