HS Code for Mineral concentrates
Mineral concentrates are classified under HS code 2617.90, which serves as a residual category for ores and concentrates not specifically named elsewhere in Chapter 26. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Explanatory Notes to Chapter 26, ores refers to metalliferous minerals of the mineralogical species used in the metallurgical industry for the extraction of metals. Concentrates are ores which have had part or all of the foreign matter removed by special treatments, such as enrichment by physical or physico-chemical operations. For a product to fall under 2617.90, it must not be an antimony ore (2617.10) and must not be covered by more specific headings like 2601 for iron, 2603 for copper, or 2614 for titanium. The classification requires that the mineral has not undergone any process not normal to the metallurgical industry, such as chemical changes or roasting that transforms the mineral into a chemical compound. If the product has been chemically altered beyond the concentration process, it may move into Chapter 28.
Products Included
- Tungsten concentrates
- Tin concentrates not elsewhere specified
- Bismuth ores and concentrates
- Titanium ores not in 2614
- Rare-earth metal ores
- Tantalum and niobium concentrates
Common Misclassification
Mineral concentrates are frequently confused with 2530.90, which covers mineral substances not elsewhere specified. However, if the mineral is intended for metal extraction, Chapter 26 is mandatory. Another common error is using 28xx codes for refined chemical compounds; 2617.90 is strictly for products of the mining industry that have only undergone physical separation.
FAQ
What is the HS code for mineral concentrates?
The HS code is 2617.90 for ores and concentrates other than antimony or those specifically named in headings 2601 through 2616.
What is the difference between an ore and a concentrate?
An ore is the raw mineral as extracted, while a concentrate has undergone processes like flotation or magnetic separation to increase the metal content by removing waste rock.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Mineral concentrates?
The HS code for Mineral concentrates is 261790 (Ores and concentrates n.e.c. in chapter 26; other than antimony).
How do I classify Mineral concentrates for customs?
Mineral concentrates is classified under HS code 261790 — Ores and concentrates n.e.c. in chapter 26; other than antimony. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Mineral concentrates the same in all countries?
The base HS code 261790 for Mineral concentrates is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.