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Niobium Ore Concentrate (Columbite) from Mexico

Columbite-tantalite ore concentrate rich in niobium (columbium), classified under HTS 2617.90.0060 as other non-ferrous ores. Essential for superalloys in aerospace and steel.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Separate niobium from tantalum content in assays; tantalum may require ITAR export controls on re-export

Provide conflict mineral declarations (Dodd-Frank) for DRC-origin ores

Ensure particle size specs don't mimic 'coarse' iron ore notes