Australian Pilbara Hematite Sinter Feed Pellets from Germany
Premium agglomerated hematite from Australia's Pilbara region, pelletized for sinter plant feed with uniform size >4.75 mm. Falls under HTS 2601.12.0090 as unspecified agglomerated iron concentrates. Optimized for high-productivity steel mills.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use independent lab assays for iron, silica, and alumina content per HTS statistical notes
• Retain manufacturing records proving pelletization to avoid coarse ore classification
• Adhere to IMSBC Code Group A cargo precautions for potential liquefaction in transit