Molybdenum ores and concentrates
2 declarable lines
Heading 2613 covers molybdenum ores and concentrates. It is split between roasted molybdenum material in 2613.10.00.00 and all other molybdenum ores and concentrates in 2613.90.00.00.
Products in this heading
- Molybdenite ore
- Molybdenum flotation concentrate
- Roasted molybdenite concentrate
- Molybdenum sulfide concentrate
- Molybdenum ore fines
- Molybdenum ore lumps
How to choose the right subheading
- Whether the material is a molybdenum ore or concentrate, not an oxide, sulfide chemical, ferroalloy or metal.
- Whether the molybdenum material has been roasted; roasted material goes in 2613.10.00.00.
- If it is not roasted, classify it as other under 2613.90.00.00.
- The molybdenum content is used to calculate duty but does not create a separate subheading.
Often confused with
- Heading 2825Molybdenum oxide
Molybdenum oxides are separate inorganic chemicals, not ores or concentrates.
- Heading 7202Ferromolybdenum
Ferromolybdenum is a ferroalloy classified in heading 7202.
- Heading 8102Molybdenum metal, including waste and scrap
Molybdenum metal and articles are classified in heading 8102, not as ore.
- Heading 2830Molybdenum disulfide
Molybdenum disulfide is a sulfide chemical, not a molybdenum ore or concentrate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for roasted molybdenum concentrate?
Use 2613.10.00.00. The general (MFN) rate is 12.8¢/kg on molybdenum content + 1.8%.
What is the duty on unroasted molybdenum ore or concentrate?
Unroasted molybdenum ore or concentrate is classified under 2613.90.00.00. The general (MFN) rate is 17.8¢/kg on molybdenum content.
How do I classify molybdenum ore that has not been roasted?
Classify it in 2613.90.00.00, the other line for heading 2613. The general (MFN) rate is 17.8¢/kg on molybdenum content.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.