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U.S. imports of zirconium ores and concentrates (HS 261510) totaled $1.1M in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataZircon sand — the dominant commercial form of zirconium ore — is a co-product of heavy mineral sand mining and serves as the primary feedstock for zirconium chemicals, refractory ceramics, and nuclear-grade zirconium metal. Australia is the leading US supplier under this heading, consistent with its position as the world's largest zircon producer, with Russia and Senegal also contributing to US import flows. All US imports enter under the single line 2615100000, so grade and end-use specifications rather than tariff subdivisions drive commercial differentiation.
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Zircon sand naturally contains trace levels of uranium and thorium, classifying it as a Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM). While US Customs does not impose a specific admissibility review for NORM at entry, buyers and processors may be subject to NRC or state radiation control regulations depending on end use and processing volume. Importers should consult with a licensed customs broker and verify applicable NRC licensing requirements before importing.
Zirconium ores and concentrates fall under heading 2615 (specifically 2615100000), while hafnium — which occurs naturally alongside zirconium in zircon sand — is classified separately once isolated. Crude zircon sand containing incidental hafnium is still classified as a zirconium ore; only separated hafnium compounds or metal would move to a different heading.
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