SL/RN Sponge Iron from Canada
SL/RN sponge iron is rotary kiln direct reduced iron from the Stelco-Lurgi/Republic Steel-Nippon Steel process, producing high-carbon sponge in lump form. HTS 7203.10.00.00 covers this spongy ferrous product from direct ore reduction.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify SL/RN process parameters in commercial invoice for classification support
• Carbon content declaration critical as high-carbon variants have different steelmaking uses
• Prevent dust generation during loading to comply with air quality import standards