Tantalum-Bearing Columbite Ore Concentrate from Canada
Columbite-tantalite (coltan) concentrate grading 30% Ta2O5 from alluvial deposits in Central Africa. HTS 2617.90.00 applies to this rare earth-associated ore concentrate.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Comply with Section 1502 conflict minerals disclosure for tantalum sourcing verification
• Report both tantalum and niobium content separately in entry documentation
• Secure end-user statements for strategic mineral import licenses where applicable