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U.S. imports of precious metal ores and concentrates (except silver) (HS 261690) totaled $3.4M in April 2026, traded with 2 countries.
Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates (Except Silver) imports of $3.4M in April 2026 ran 27% below the year-to-date monthly average of $4.7M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataGold-bearing ores and concentrates are the dominant commercial flow under this heading, with the US schedule subdividing by precious metal content type at lines 2616900040 (gold content), 2616900050 (other precious metal content), and 2616900070 (other metal content). Canada and Mexico are the leading US suppliers, reflecting active gold and platinum-group metal mining in both countries; imports from Canada benefit from USMCA preferential treatment. Concentrates in this heading often carry significant value per unit weight, making accurate assay documentation and valuation methodology critical for customs entry.
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Customs value is based on the transaction value of the imported merchandise, typically the invoice price. For precious metal concentrates, the invoice should reflect the agreed payable metal content and any applicable deductions (treatment charges, refining charges). CBP may request assay certificates and smelter settlement sheets to verify declared value, particularly for high-value shipments.
Line 2616900040 covers ores and concentrates whose primary precious metal value derives from gold content. Line 2616900050 applies where the primary precious metal value comes from platinum-group or other precious metals (excluding silver and gold). Line 2616900070 captures materials where the predominant value is in base metal content rather than precious metal content. The assay breakdown of the concentrate determines which line applies.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAIWAN | -- | $44.3M | +$44.3M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | -- | $3.6M | +$3.6M |
| MEXICO | $1.9M | -- | -$1.9M |
| CANADA | $1.5M | -- | -$1.5M |
| AUSTRIA | -- | $102K | +$102K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2616900040 | PRECIOUS METAL ORES & CONCEN, GOLD CONTENT, NESOI | $2.5M | -- |
| 2616900050 | PRECIOUS METAL ORES, OTHER PRECIOUS MTL CNT, NESOI | $865K | -- |
PRECIOUS METAL ORES & CONCEN, GOLD CONTENT, NESOI
PRECIOUS METAL ORES, OTHER PRECIOUS MTL CNT, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2616900040 | PRECIOUS METAL ORES & CONCEN, GOLD CONTENT, NESOI | $47.9M |
| 2616900050 | PRECIOUS METAL ORES, OTHER PRECIOUS MTL CNT, NESOI | $121K |
| 2616900070 | PRECIOUS METAL ORES, NESOI, OTHER METAL CONTENT | $50K |
PRECIOUS METAL ORES & CONCEN, GOLD CONTENT, NESOI
322.7K cgm
PRECIOUS METAL ORES, OTHER PRECIOUS MTL CNT, NESOI
24.1K gm
PRECIOUS METAL ORES, NESOI, OTHER METAL CONTENT
188 kg
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEATTLE, WA | -- | $47.6M | +$47.6M |
| NOGALES, AZ | $1.9M | -- | -$1.9M |
| INTERNATIONAL FALLS-RANIER, MN | $1.5M | -- | -$1.5M |