DRI Direct Reduced Iron Pellets from Canada
Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) pellets are ferrous products made by reducing iron ore pellets in shaft furnaces using natural gas, retaining a spongy structure ideal for electric arc furnaces. Classified under HTS 7203.10.00.00 due to direct reduction process yielding high-purity iron in pellet form without melting.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Include chemical analysis certificates showing minimum 90% metallization to support 7203 classification
• Declare exact moisture content on entry documents as it affects weight and potential self-heating risks
• Comply with IMDG shipping regulations for pyrophoric properties of fine DRI dust during handling