2617.90.00.60 - Other

This HTS classification, 2617.90.00.60, covers "Other" mineral substances classified within Chapter 26, specifically falling under the broader category of "Other ores and concentrates." This designation serves as a residual category for ores and concentrates that are not specifically enumerated or distinguished elsewhere within the 2617 heading. It is intended for mineral materials that are in a raw or partially processed state, suitable for smelting or further refining, but do not fit into more specific classifications due to their unique composition or lack of a defined commercial category.

Crucially, this category is distinct from its sibling, 2617.90.00.30, which specifically enumerates "Beryllium ores and concentrates." Therefore, any ore or concentrate not containing beryllium, and not otherwise classified, would generally fall under this "Other" classification. The primary criterion for inclusion here is the absence of a more specific HTS code that accurately describes the material's origin and intended use as a source of minerals.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories to describe. Classification within 2617.90.00.60 relies on the process of elimination. Importers and exporters must first consider all more specific classifications within Chapter 26 and the 2617 heading. If a mineral ore or concentrate does not meet the criteria for any of these specific classifications, then this "Other" category is the appropriate designation, provided it meets the general requirements for Chapter 26 concerning mineral products.