Coarse Magnetite Iron Ore from China
Coarse magnetite iron ore features magnetic iron oxide lumps with most particles over 4.75mm, ideal for direct reduction processes in steelmaking. Classified under HTS 2601.11.0060 for its non-agglomerated, coarse nature as defined by statistical notes on particle diameter. It is mined and shipped in bulk without further sizing or binding.
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%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Conduct sieve analysis to prove majority coarse particles; label with precise Fe content from assay reports
• Watch for moisture content affecting weight declarations; avoid mixing with fines to prevent average size misclassification