Aluminum Ores and Concentrates (Bauxite): $6.7M/mo Imports to the U.S. (HS 260600), 2026

HS 260600

Aluminum Ores and Concentrates (Bauxite)

U.S. imports of aluminum ores and concentrates (bauxite) (HS 260600) totaled $6.7M in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Bauxite — the dominant commercial form of aluminum ore — drives virtually all trade under this heading, and the US schedule distinguishes calcined refractory-grade bauxite (2606000030), calcined non-refractory-grade bauxite (2606000060), and all other aluminum ores and non-calcined bauxite (2606000090). Refractory-grade calcined bauxite is a key raw material for high-temperature furnace linings and abrasives, while non-refractory grades feed alumina refining and ultimately primary aluminum smelting. Guyana and Jamaica are the top suppliers to the US, with Turkey, China, and Australia also significant sources.

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Imports

$6.7M

from 7 countries · YTD: $40.7M

Exports

$2.0M

Deficit of $4.7M (net importer)

Trade balance: deficit of $4.7M (net importer)

YTD: $40.7M imported (April 2026)

11 shipments/month

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URANIUM ORES AND CONCENTRATES

HS 261210

$78.1M

AGGLOMERATED IRON ORES

HS 260112

$72.8M

MOLYBDENUM ORES AND CONCENTRATES NOT ROASTED

HS 261390

$43.4M

ASH AND RESIDUES NESOI, CONTAINING METALS NESOI

HS 262099

$32.3M

TITANIUM ORES AND CONCENTRATES

HS 261400

$26.5M

MOLYBDENUM ORES AND CONCENTRATES ROASTED

HS 261310

$14.1M

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What is the practical difference between refractory-grade and non-refractory-grade calcined bauxite for customs purposes?

Refractory-grade calcined bauxite (2606000030) has a high alumina content and low impurities suited for furnace linings and abrasives, while non-refractory-grade calcined bauxite (2606000060) is used in alumina refining and other industrial applications. The distinction affects tariff line classification and may affect duty treatment, so importers should confirm grade specifications with their supplier documentation.

What countries account for the largest share of US bauxite and aluminum ore imports?

Guyana and Jamaica are the leading suppliers under heading 260600, a reflection of their long-established bauxite mining industries. Turkey, China, and Australia are also notable sources, particularly for calcined refractory grades.

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