HS Code 2617
Other Ores and Concentrates
HS code 2617 covers miscellaneous ores and concentrates not specified elsewhere, such as antimony, bismuth, and beryllium ores used in industrial alloys.
4-digit Section VFCL Hazmat 6.1
HS Code 2617 — Other Ores and Concentrates
This group covers miscellaneous ores not listed in other specific 26XX headings. It primarily includes ores of antimony, beryllium, bismuth, and magnesium.
What's included
- Antimony ores (Stibnite)
- Beryllium ores (Beryl)
- Bismuth ores
- Magnesium ores
- Mercury ores (Cinnabar)
What's excluded
- Magnesite → use
2519(Magnesium carbonate (magnesite) has its own code in Chapter 25.)
Common examples
- Stibnite concentrate
- Beryl ore
- Cinnabar rock samples
Frequently asked questions
Is cinnabar hazardous for shipping?
Yes, it contains mercury and is highly toxic; it requires strict hazmat packaging and labeling.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Assay report for the specific target metal is mandatory.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Russia, Tajikistan
- Top importers: China, USA, Belgium
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Key takeaway
Diverse recovery group for less common but industrially vital metals.
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