Coarse Goethite Iron Ore from China
Coarse goethite iron ore is a hydrated iron oxide with large particles exceeding 4.75mm, sourced from sedimentary deposits for blast furnace feed. It matches HTS 2601.11.0060 criteria for non-agglomerated coarse ores based on particle size statistical definition. Typically low in impurities for direct use in steel production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab assays confirming iron content and particle size histogram; ensure bulk shipments comply with IMDG for ore dust
• Common pitfall: misdeclaring as fine if screenings included; segregate sizes pre-shipment