Manganese Ore Concentrate from China
Concentrated manganese ore extracted from sedimentary deposits, containing over 30% manganese content, used primarily in steel production. Classified under HTS 2617.90.00 as 'other' ores and concentrates not specified elsewhere in heading 2617. Does not qualify for specific subheadings like antimony or tungsten ores.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Report assay quantity of manganese content without deductions per statistical notes for accurate declarations
• Obtain certificate of analysis from accredited labs to verify ore purity and avoid reclassification
• Ensure proper documentation of mining origin to prevent misclassification as roasted or calcined ores under 2617.10