Iron Sponge Fines from Direct Reduction from Germany
Fine sponge iron particles recovered from direct reduction plant off-gases or screening, in similar pellet/lump forms. Covered by HTS 7203.90.00.00 as other spongy ferrous products. Recycled within steel plants to maximize yield.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Classify fines separately from main pellets if particle size <6mm; provide sieve analysis reports
• Hazardous material declaration needed if pyrophoric—test oxygen reactivity before shipment