7203.90.00.00/Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) Pellets/Japan

Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) Pellets from Japan

Pellets produced by direct reduction of iron ore in lump or pellet form, typically containing 90-94% iron with minimal impurities. Classified under HTS 7203.90.00.00 as 'other' ferrous products from direct reduction processes, excluding high-purity electrolytic iron. Used primarily as feedstock in electric arc furnaces for steelmaking.

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
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Import Tips

• Verify iron content and reduction process certification to confirm classification under direct reduction, not pig iron (HTS 7201)

• Provide mill test certificates (MTC) detailing chemical composition, as CBP requires proof of non-high-purity status (>99.94%)

• Avoid misclassification as scrap metal; ensure proper packaging labels indicate 'DRI pellets' to prevent inspection delays

Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) Pellets from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 7203.90.00.00