Bertrandite Ore Concentrate from Japan
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 — 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
• 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