Mixed Precious Metal Ore Fines from Japan
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.
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
• Report exact metal assays; fines often require particle size verification
• Use ISPM 15 compliant packaging for ore fines to prevent contamination issues
• Declare any hazardous components like sulfides early in import process