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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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