Carajás Hematite DR Pellets from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
10%
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
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