Bertrandite Ore Concentrate from Canada
Bertrandite is a primary beryllium-bearing silicate mineral ore mined primarily in the United States, concentrated to increase beryllium oxide content for industrial extraction. It falls under HTS 2617.90.00.30 as a beryllium ore and concentrate, distinct from processed beryllium metal or compounds.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain assay certificates verifying beryllium content as per statistical notes; report assay quantity without deductions
• Ensure proper hazardous material declarations if containing impurities like arsenic, avoiding misclassification under heading 2620
• Verify mine origin documentation to comply with potential country-specific quotas or sanctions on strategic minerals