Nickel Laterite Ore Sinters from Japan
Sinters produced from nickel laterite ores through rotary kiln agglomeration, containing nickel oxide with magnesium and silica gangue materials. Used directly in rotary kiln-electric furnace (RKEF) process for ferronickel. HTS 7501.20.00.00 covers these as nickel metallurgy intermediates.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit detailed mineralogical analysis to distinguish from raw ore classifications
• Monitor Indonesian export regulations for laterite-based products
• Use conveyor-safe packaging for high-volume smelter deliveries