U.S. imports of manganese ores & concentrates (HS 260200) totaled $9.1M in August 2026, imported from 11 countries.
Manganese Ores & Concentrates imports of $9.1M in August 2026 ran 64% above the year-to-date monthly average of $5.6M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataManganese ores and concentrates are an essential input for steelmaking — virtually all steel contains manganese as a deoxidizer and alloying element — and the US schedule subdivides them by manganese content: at least 20% but under 47% dry weight (2602000040) and 47% or more dry weight (2602000060), with a legacy line (2602000000) also present. Gabon is the dominant supplier to the US, reflecting its world-class Moanda deposit, with Mexico and South Africa also significant sources. High-grade ore (≥47% Mn) commands a premium and is preferred for direct ferroalloy smelting, while lower-grade material is used in blends or chemical applications.
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The US tariff schedule draws a line at 47% manganese on a dry-weight basis. Ore or concentrate at 47% Mn or above is classified at 2602000060, while material between 20% and below 47% Mn falls under 2602000040. The legacy line 2602000000 covers ore at or above 20% Mn where the sub-grade distinction is not separately reported. Certified assay results from an accredited laboratory are the standard documentation for establishing the correct line.
Gabon's Moanda mine is one of the world's largest and highest-grade manganese deposits, operated by a major international mining group with dedicated rail and port infrastructure. The consistently high ore grade and reliable export logistics make Gabonese ore a preferred specification for US ferroalloy producers, though this concentration means importers should monitor any disruptions to Gabonese export capacity.
HSChapter 26
Subheading 1 of 1 in heading 2602
Subheading 260200 · $9.1M of $9.1M
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Imports
$9.1MYoY · free account
Exports
$121KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
YoY · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $72.6M of Manganese Ores & Concentrates.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2602000060 | Manganese Ores & Concentrates Gt=47% Dry Wt Mn | $9.1M | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 2602000040 | Manganese Ores & Concentrates Lt 47% Dry Wt Mn | $47K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2602000000 | Manganese Ores & Concentrates Gt=20% Dry Wt Mn | $121K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
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Gabon and South Africa together supply 100% of it.
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rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of total import value.