HBI Hot Briquetted Iron from Japan
Hot Briquetted Iron (HBI) is produced by direct reduction of iron ore in lumps or similar forms, then hot briquetted to preserve metallic iron content for steelmaking. It falls under HTS 7203.10.00.00 as a ferrous product obtained by direct reduction of iron ore in pellet-like or lump forms with high iron purity.
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
• Verify iron content and direct reduction certification via mill test reports to confirm classification under 7203.10
• Ensure proper ventilation in containers to prevent reoxidation during ocean transport; use nitrogen blanketing if needed
• Avoid misclassification as scrap by providing production process documentation distinguishing DRI from melted products