Silver-Bearing Ore Concentrate from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide assay certificates detailing silver content quantity without deductions, as per statistical notes
• Ensure documentation verifies the ore is not roasted or calcined to avoid reclassification
• Comply with environmental regulations for ore imports, including waste content declarations