Brazilian Itabirite Iron Ore Briquettes from China
Agglomerated itabirite iron ore from Brazil, compacted into briquettes exceeding 4.75 mm for efficient transport and smelting. HTS 2601.12.0090 covers this as 'other' agglomerated ores beyond basic pellets. High silica content suits specific direct reduction processes.
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
• Provide origin certificates and Fe% assays matching statistical note requirements for precise quantity reporting
• Document briquetting process to confirm agglomeration status versus lump ore
• Monitor for radioactive impurities common in some ores, requiring declaration per customs radiation protocols