Nickel Mining Flotation Residue

Tailings residue from nickel ore flotation containing over 10% nickel, used as basis for chemical compounds. Not steel-related, thus HTS 2620.99.30.00 for other metal residues.

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.

2604.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If high-grade nickel ore

Unprocessed ores with extractable nickel classified as ores, not residues.

2617.10.00Lower: Free vs 35%

If lead/nickel mine tailings

Tailings with primarily lead content go to 2617 other mining residues.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document mining process to distinguish from ore (2604); residues only

Ensure >4.75mm particles if coarse per related statistical note context

Avoid bulk packaging misclass as ore concentrates