2608.00.00.10 - Copper content 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | Cu kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 8.8¢/kg on copper content + 3.3¢/kg on lead content + 3.7¢/kg on zinc content |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 2608.00.00.10, specifically classifies ores and concentrates where copper is the primary metallic element being identified or valued. It encompasses raw materials that have undergone some degree of processing to extract or concentrate copper minerals, but have not yet reached a finished state of refined copper. These materials are distinguished from other classifications within the broader category of "Zinc ores and concentrates" by the defining characteristic of their copper content.
This particular subheading is differentiated from its siblings by the specific metallic element it designates. While 2608.00.00.20 relates to lead content, 2608.00.00.30 to zinc content, 2608.00.00.40 to silver content, and 2608.00.00.50 to gold content, this entry focuses exclusively on the presence and significance of copper within the ore or concentrate. The classification hinges on the commodity that is the principal focus for trade or valuation.
As a leaf node, 2608.00.00.10 does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within this code relies on confirming that the subject material is an ore or concentrate and that copper is the primary metal of interest or the predominant valuable metal present, as determined by customs regulations or trade practices. This would include materials like copper ore concentrates or certain copper-bearing slags that are not further refined but are intended for processing.