Hematite Iron Ore Pellets from Japan
Agglomerated pellets from hematite (Fe2O3) concentrates, optimized for high productivity in pellet-fed blast furnaces. Classified in HTS 2601.12.0030 as iron ore pellets, differentiated by agglomeration from raw ores.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'iron ore pellets' with size specs to avoid confusion with sinter (often 2621)
• Conduct pre-shipment testing for moisture and reducibility to meet buyer specs and customs scrutiny
• Document origin mine (e.g
• Brazil, Australia) for any country-specific tariff preferences