Gold-Tellurium Ore from Oxidation Zones from China
Supergene enriched gossan containing native gold and tellurides from Carlin trend. Classified HTS 2616.90.00 as complex precious metal ore requiring specialized metallurgy. Oxidized zones yield higher recovery rates.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include oxidation state analysis (gossan vs sulfide) for appropriate processing declarations
• Monitor arsenic content from scorodite minerals for DOT hazardous material shipping
• Use silica flour additives in bulk bags to prevent dust and segregation during transit