Loading...
U.S. imports of ores and concentrates, not elsewhere specified (HS 261790) totaled $57K in July 2026, traded with 10 countries.
Ores and Concentrates, Not Elsewhere Specified imports of $57K in July 2026 ran 152% above the year-to-date monthly average of $23K.
Last updated: July 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.
AI-written summary of the official U.S. Census Bureau trade figures on this page — verify before relying on it.
4 shipments/mo
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.
HSChapter 26
Subheading 2 of 2 in heading 2617
Subheading 261790 · $57K of $227K
Supplier Network
Get discovered by U.S. importers searching for HS 261790 — Ores and Concentrates, Not Elsewhere Specified. Be the first supplier listed.
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 | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2617900060 | Ores and Concentrates NESOI | $57K | 3.03% | 30.32% | $2K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2617900000 | Ores and Concentrates, NESOI | $25K |
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.
ImportsExports
Imports
$57KYoY · Pro
Exports
$25KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
New Zealand and Australia together supply 95% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
69.7% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 3.03%.