Fluxed Iron Ore Pellets from Japan
Iron ore pellets with added limestone flux for improved blast furnace performance, still primarily iron ore agglomerates. HTS 2601.12.0030 applies as agglomerated iron ores, not chemical compounds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Disclose flux content in assays but report primary iron metal content undeducted
• Confirm flux does not alter classification to slag under 2620 chapter note
• Use ISIJ or ISO standards for pellet quality certification in entry docs