Iron Ore Briquettes (Non-Coarse Agglomerates)
Briquettes made from iron ore fines and concentrates, agglomerated through binding and compression to form compact shapes under 4.75 mm particle size dominance. Classified under HTS 2601.12.0060 as non-roasted, agglomerated iron ore briquettes, distinct from coarse ores or pellets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If majority particles exceed 4.75 mm diameter
Coarse iron ores, even in briquette form, fall under the coarse agglomerated category per statistical note.
If roasted (calcined) during agglomeration
Roasted iron pyrites or calcined ores are classified separately from non-roasted agglomerates.
If further processed into pig iron
Pig iron or spiegeleisen from smelting briquettes changes from ore to Chapter 72 iron/steel products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify assay quantity of iron content via certified lab reports for accurate statistical reporting without deductions
• Ensure briquettes meet non-coarse criteria (majority particles ≤4.75 mm) to avoid reclassification to 2601.11.0060
• Obtain Certificates of Analysis (COA) proving no roasting, as roasted pyrites shift to other subheadings
Related Products under HTS 2601.12.00.60
High-Grade Hematite Briquettes
Agglomerated briquettes from high-grade hematite iron ore fines, pressed for blast furnace feed with iron content over 65%. Fits HTS 2601.12.0060 for non-coarse, non-roasted iron ore briquettes used in steelmaking.
Magnetite Iron Ore Briquettes
Briquettes agglomerated from magnetite (Fe3O4) ore concentrates, non-coarse particles for direct reduction processes. HTS 2601.12.0060 covers these as agglomerated iron ores excluding roasted pyrites.
Taconite Briquettes
Low-grade taconite iron ore formed into briquettes via agglomeration for beneficiation. Non-roasted, non-coarse under HTS 2601.12.0060 as iron ore concentrates in briquette form.
Goethite Iron Ore Briquettes
Briquettes from goethite-rich iron ore fines, agglomerated for steel mill use, with particles under coarse threshold. Precisely matches HTS 2601.12.0060 for non-roasted briquetted iron ores.