Rhodium-Bearing Pyrrhotite Ore from Mexico
Massive pyrrhotite ore from Norilsk containing byproduct rhodium in platinum group minerals. Falls under HTS 2616.90.00 for precious metal sulfide ores. Smelting produces high-value PGM-rich matte.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Check OFAC sanctions compliance for Russian-sourced PGM ores requiring specific licenses
• Declare pyrrhotite's acid-mine drainage potential in environmental impact documentation
• Use nitrogen blanketing during storage to prevent spontaneous heating of sulfide concentrates