Norilsk-Style High Copper Nickel Matte from Japan
Norilsk-style nickel matte contains elevated copper levels (20-30%) typical of Russian sulfide ore processing, still primarily classified as nickel matte under HTS 7501.10.00.00 when nickel predominates.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Conduct copper/nickel ratio assays to prevent misclassification as copper matte
• Address potential sanctions screening for Russian-origin materials
• Use magnetic separation certificates to confirm metallic phase dominance