HTS 26090000 — Tin ores and concentrates
Imports classified under 26090000 — part of heading 2609, Tin ores and concentrates, in Chapter 26 (Ores, slag and ash). For this line, duty-free general treatment applies. No special-program overrides are listed for this line.
Tariff rates for 26090000
| Rate type | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General (Column 1) | Free | Applies to countries without a preferential agreement (specific or compound basis). |
| Special | — | Reduced or free rates for designated program countries (see code legend on the USITC site). |
| Column 2 | Free | Statutory rate applied to the few economies without normal-trade-relations status. |
Reporting units
Entry summaries for 26090000 must be declared in: t; Sn t (t = metric tons). Compound reporting means quantity is stated in more than one measure (for example pieces plus kilograms); both numbers go on the entry.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a Section 301 tariff on 26090000?
Section 301 actions apply by exact HTS line. This page shows the permanent schedule rate (Free) for 26090000; check the current 301 annexes or our dedicated Section 301 tariffs guide to see whether trade-remedy duties stack on top for your origin country.
What unit is used to declare 26090000?
US Customs declares 26090000 using the reporting unit(s) “t; Sn t” (t = metric tons). When several units apply, each is reported on entry documents and may drive different ad-valorem-equivalent treatment.
Does 26090000 qualify for a free or reduced rate?
No preferential-program overrides are listed for this line in the schedule extract above; some programs may still apply, so verify against the USITC special-rate legend before claiming preference.
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Data as of October 9, 2026 · Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (line 2609.00.00.00). Rates are informational and not a binding customs ruling.