Iron Granulated Slag for Cement from Japan
Water-quenched granulated slag from pig iron production, appearing as sand-like granules ideal for blending into Portland cement. HTS 2618.00.00.00 covers this as slag sand directly from iron manufacture, prior to grinding.
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
• Label with exact iron content assay per statistical notes for accurate statistical reporting
• Ensure compliance with ASTM C989 standards for ground slag use in US markets
• Document quenching method to distinguish from non-granulated slag