Phenakite Beryllium Ore Concentrate

Phenakite, a rare beryllium silicate mineral (Be2SiO4), processed into concentrates for beryllium recovery in nuclear and defense applications. It qualifies under HTS 2617.90.00.30 as an 'other' beryllium ore.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2528.00.00Same rate: 35%

If primarily valued as natural borates

Other natural borates or silicates without dominant beryllium content shift to Chapter 25.

2846.90.80Lower: 3.7% vs 35%

If converted to rare-earth beryllium salts

Chemical compounds of beryllium with other elements are in Chapter 28, not ores.

2616.90.00Same rate: 35%

If precious metal recovery residue

Ores precious-metal bearing but not primarily beryllium go to 2616.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure export licenses from origin country due to beryllium's strategic status under Wassenaar Arrangement

Label shipments with precise BeO percentage per statistical reporting requirements

Test for radioactive impurities common in pegmatite ores to meet radiation safety import standards