HTS US: 2611.00.00.00
Description
HTS Code 2611 covers all natural tungsten ores and concentrates, which are raw materials extracted from mining operations and used primarily for tungsten metal production. Tungsten is notable for its high melting point and hardness, making it valuable in various industrial applications such as manufacturing cutting tools, electrical filaments, and heavy metal alloys.
The heading is divided into two main categories:
- Ores: Naturally occurring mineral aggregates containing tungsten, usually in the form of wolframite or scheelite minerals.
- Concentrates: Processed materials derived from ores that have been enriched to increase the tungsten content, often through crushing, grinding, and flotation techniques.
Code Hierarchy
- Section V: Mineral Products (Chapters 25-27)
- Chapter 26: Ores, Slag and Ash
- Heading 2611: Tungsten ores and concentrates
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2611.00.30.00&2611.00.60.00– Representing ores and concentrates respectively.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 6-digit HS heading 2611 is further detailed into specific 10-digit US HTS codes to distinguish between ores and concentrates.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2611.00.30.00 | Ores | Natural tungsten ores such as wolframite and scheelite before processing or concentration. |
| 2611.00.60.00 | Concentrates | Processed tungsten-bearing materials with higher tungsten content obtained by beneficiation of ores. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note the following exclusions:
- Tungsten metal and articles thereof: These are classified under Chapter 81, not under ores or concentrates.
- Other mineral ores and concentrates: Ores of metals other than tungsten should be classified under their respective headings in Chapter 26.
- Processed tungsten compounds: Such as tungsten oxides or ammonium paratungstate, which fall under chemical product chapters.
Notes
- Import Regulations: Tungsten ores and concentrates may be subject to import restrictions or licensing depending on country-specific regulations due to their strategic importance.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates for tungsten ores and concentrates vary by country and trade agreements; importers should verify current rates with customs authorities.
- Environmental Controls: Mining and importation processes may require compliance with environmental and hazardous material regulations.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of natural wolframite ore from a mining operation.US HTS Code:
2611.00.30.00(Ores)Unit of Quantity: Metric ton (MT)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS
Additional Requirements: Import permits, environmental compliance documentation.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2601: Iron ores and concentrates.
- HTS 2602: Manganese ores and concentrates.
- HTS 2612: Uranium or thorium ores and concentrates.
- HTS 8101: Tungsten and articles thereof (processed metals and products).
