Hematite Iron Ore Fines from China

Hematite iron ore in fine particle form, typically with particles under 6.35 mm, classified under HTS 2601.11.0060 as non-agglomerated iron ore fines other than roasted pyrites. It is used primarily in blast furnaces for steel production after sintering or pelletizing. The 'other' subheading applies to fines not meeting the coarse particle size criteria.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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
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)

Import Tips

Report assay quantity of metal content without deductions as per statistical notes; obtain certified lab assays for customs valuation

Verify particle size distribution to confirm non-agglomerated status and fines classification (majority <4.75mm for coarse exclusion)

Ensure documentation includes origin certificates, as anti-dumping duties may apply to specific countries like certain Asian exporters