
Meteorites passed off as pyrite seized by Chinese customs
CNN
Almost half a metric ton of meteorites declared as pyrite ore on import have been seized by authorities in the southern city of Shenzhen, China's customs agency said on Monday.
Officers inspected the material and determined it was inconsistent with the characteristics of pyrite, the General Administration of Customs said in a statement, adding that the company involved was unable to provide relevant certification.
Pyrite, also known as fool's gold, is an iron sulfide mineral used in the paper and jewelry industries.

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