Lithium Ore Concentrate (Spodumene) from Mexico
Hard-rock spodumene concentrate grading 6% Li2O from pegmatite deposits in Australia. HTS 2617.90.00 covers lithium silicates as other ore concentrates.
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
• Standardize reporting to Li2O equivalent from lithium carbonate factor conversions
• Distinguish chemical-grade (>6% Li2O) from technical-grade for processing declarations
• Monitor alpha-spodumene vs. beta-spodumene phase for roasting process documentation