Are there export duties on minerals currently?

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No Export Duties Imposed on Minerals Currently

There are currently no export duties imposed on minerals. This applies to all minerals that are exported, regardless of their type. The Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change has stated that its role is limited to regulating mining activities, processing, and export.
Duty Status on Exported Minerals

For minerals that are exported, there is no duty imposed at this time. This policy remains in effect currently.
Revenue Streams from the Mineral Industry

The development of the mineral industry contributes to the national economy through various revenue streams. State governments receive royalty collections and payments for mineral tenement approvals. Additionally, corporate tax is levied on mining companies, and cess collection is applied to specific exports like tin.
Tin Export Cess Collection

For tin, a cess collection is based on 40 sen per kilogramme of tin concentrate exported. In 2021, the cess collection for tin amounted to RM1,685,202.00, according to records from the Lembaga Perusahaan Timah (LPT).
Royalties Collected by State Governments

State governments collected significant royalties for minerals and rock materials in 2021. Based on records from the Department of Minerals and Geosciences (JMG), the total amount collected, including tin, gold, and kaolin, reached RM421 million in that year.

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