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U.S. imports of ores and concentrates, not elsewhere specified (HS 261790) totaled $18K in April 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Ores and Concentrates, Not Elsewhere Specified imports of $18K in April 2026 ran 30% above the year-to-date monthly average of $14K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataMineral ores and concentrates that do not fall under any other specific HS heading are classified here — a catch-all for less common metallic and non-metallic raw materials entering US commerce. Ecuador and New Zealand are the leading suppliers, followed by South Korea, Ukraine, and Germany, reflecting a diverse range of mineral types and origins. Importers should verify that the material genuinely falls outside named ore headings (e.g., iron, copper, nickel) before classifying under 2617900000 or 2617900060, as misclassification risk is elevated for residual categories. Correct classification often requires laboratory assay data to confirm the principal metal content.
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Classification under 261790 is appropriate only when the material does not meet the description of any named ore or concentrate heading (e.g., iron ore under 2601, copper ore under 2603). A laboratory assay identifying the principal metal content is typically required to make this determination, and consultation with a licensed customs broker is advisable given the residual nature of this heading.
Importers generally need a commercial invoice, packing list, and a certificate of analysis or assay report confirming mineral composition. Depending on the specific material, export permits from the country of origin or US import permits may also be required, particularly for materials containing regulated substances.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | -- | $47K | +$47K |
| AUSTRALIA | $15K | -- | -$15K |
| MEXICO | -- | $3K | +$3K |
| NEW ZEALAND | $3K | -- | -$3K |
| LIBERIA | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2617900060 | ORES AND CONCENTRATES NESOI | $18K | 10.00% | $2K |
ORES AND CONCENTRATES NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2617900000 | ORES AND CONCENTRATES, NESOI | $50K |
ORES AND CONCENTRATES, NESOI
19.0K kg
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | -- | $40K | +$40K |
| Nevada | $18K | -- | -$18K |
| Unidentified | -- | $7K | +$7K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEMBINA, ND | -- | $40K | +$40K |
| SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $15K | -- | -$15K |
| LOW VALUE | -- | $7K | +$7K |