Palladium Rich Nickel-Copper Ore from Germany
Sulfide ore from Sudbury-type deposits containing palladium as byproduct with nickel and copper sulfides. HTS 2616.90.00 applies to this mixed precious/base metal ore where precious metals drive extraction economics. Processed via flotation to produce mixed concentrates.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare both precious and base metal contents separately per statistical reporting requirements for accurate valuation
• Obtain smelter contracts proving intended precious metal recovery to justify ore vs concentrate classification
• Monitor sulfur content declarations to comply with MARPOL Annex VI sulfur emission regulations for shipping