Carajás Hematite DR Pellets from Germany
Vale's high-grade Carajás hematite (66%+ Fe) formed into fluxed DR-grade pellets for direct reduction shafts. HTS 2601.12.00 classification for agglomerated iron ore.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document low alumina (<1%) for DR process compatibility
• Use gearless conveyor systems at origin for dust minimization
• Monitor Section 301 tariffs on Brazilian steel inputs