Heading 2616
HTS code 2616 — Precious metal ores and concentrates
- Chapter
- 26 — Ores, slag and ash
- Tariff lines
- 10
- General duty
- Duty rates vary by line — 10 lines carry a specific or compound duty
Tariff lines under heading 2616
Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.
| HTS code | Description | General rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2616.10.0010 | Copper content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Silver ores and concentrates) | 0.8¢/kg on lead content | Cu kg |
| 2616.10.0020 | Lead content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Silver ores and concentrates) | 0.8¢/kg on lead content | Pb kg |
| 2616.10.0030 | Zinc content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Silver ores and concentrates) | 0.8¢/kg on lead content | Zn kg |
| 2616.10.0040 | Silver content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Silver ores and concentrates) | 0.8¢/kg on lead content | Ag g |
| 2616.10.0080 | Gold content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Silver ores and concentrates) | 0.8¢/kg on lead content | Au g |
| 2616.90.0010 | Copper content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Other) | 1.7¢/kg on lead content | Cu kg |
| 2616.90.0020 | Lead content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Other) | 1.7¢/kg on lead content | Pb kg |
| 2616.90.0030 | Zinc content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Other) | 1.7¢/kg on lead content | Zn kg |
| 2616.90.0040 | Gold content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Other) | 1.7¢/kg on lead content | Au g |
| 2616.90.0050 | Other precious metal content (Precious metal ores and concentrates > Other) | 1.7¢/kg on lead content | g |
Documents required to import under 2616
Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.
- Commercial InvoiceRequired
- Packing ListRequired
- Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
- CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
- CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
- Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional
Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500
Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety
- Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional
Required for ocean freight only
Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port
- Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional
Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP
One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment
- Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional
Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries
Common questions
- What is HTS code 2616?
- HTS heading 2616 covers precious metal ores and concentrates. It sits in Chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 10 tariff lines.
- What is the duty rate for HTS 2616?
- Duty rates vary by line — 10 lines carry a specific or compound duty. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
- How many digits does a full HTS code have?
- US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 2616 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.
Related headings in Chapter 26
- 2601Iron ores and concentrates, including roasted iron pyrites
- 2602Manganese ores and concentrates, including ferruginous manganese ores and concentrates with a manganese content of 20 percent or more, calculated on the dry weight
- 2603Copper ores and concentrates
- 2604Nickel ores and concentrates
- 2605Cobalt ores and concentrates
- 2606Aluminum ores and concentrates
- 2607Lead ores and concentrates
- 2608Zinc ores and concentrates