Coarse Hematite Iron Ore from Germany
Coarse hematite iron ore consists of non-agglomerated particles primarily exceeding 4.75 mm in diameter, with high iron oxide content used directly in blast furnaces. It falls under HTS 2601.11.0060 as coarse, non-agglomerated iron ore per statistical notes defining 'coarse' by particle size. This classification applies to natural iron ores not processed into pellets or sinter.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify particle size distribution via assay to confirm 'coarse' status exceeding 4.75mm majority; obtain certificate of analysis for metal content without deductions
• Ensure no agglomeration processing to avoid reclassification; declare exact iron assay quantity per statistical notes