Hematite Pellet Feed Briquettes from Japan
Agglomerated hematite fines formed into briquettes from high-grade Brazilian Carajás ore, optimized for direct reduction processes. Falls under HTS 2601.12.00 as agglomerated non-roasted iron ore concentrates.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide wet chemistry analysis for Fe, SiO2, and LOI (loss on ignition)
• Use self-unloading vessels for efficient port discharge
• Check Section 232 steel tariffs impact on ore feedstocks