Pilbara Blend Non-Agglomerated Iron Ore Fines from China
Premium Australian Pilbara blend fines (Fe 62%), non-agglomerated with low silica and alumina impurities, exported in bulk for direct sintering or blast furnace feed. Falls under HTS 2601.11.00 as non-agglomerated iron ore concentrates not subjected to roasting or agglomeration.
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
• Include detailed chemical analysis reports (Fe, SiO2, Al2O3) matching statistical reporting standards
• Use bulk carriers with proper moisture controls to prevent liquefaction during ocean transport
• Check for voluntary restraints or quotas on high-grade Australian imports during steel market fluctuations