HDRI (Hot Direct Reduced Iron) Lumps from Japan
Hot direct reduced iron lumps delivered at high temperature directly from shaft furnace to briquetting or melting. Classified in HTS 7203.90.00.00 as other ferrous products from direct ore reduction in lump form. Reduces energy costs in steel production when used immediately.
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
• Special containers required for hot DRI; declare temperature and handling specs for vessel safety compliance
• Provide consecutive production records linking ore input to DRI output to validate direct reduction process
• Monitor for hydrogen content if gas-based reduction used, as it affects storage and transport regulations