U.S. imports of agglomerated iron ores and concentrates (HS 260112) totaled $70.5M in April 2026, traded with 2 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAgglomerated iron ores — primarily pellets produced by balling and firing fine iron ore concentrates — are a higher-value, more consistent feedstock than raw ore, preferred by direct-reduction and blast-furnace operators for their uniform size, strength, and iron content. The US schedule divides this heading into agglomerated pellets (2601120030) and other agglomerated forms (2601120090), with pellets representing the dominant commercial form in international trade. Brazil and Canada are the leading suppliers, with Oman also a notable source, reflecting the global distribution of pelletizing capacity built near major iron ore deposits.
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Pellets (2601120030) are the dominant traded form — spherical, thermally hardened, and sized for consistent furnace performance. 'Other agglomerated' forms (2601120090) cover sinter and briquettes, which are less commonly traded internationally. The distinction matters for both classification accuracy and understanding the material's intended steelmaking application.
Brazil and Canada are the primary suppliers, with Oman also contributing. Brazil's large pelletizing operations and Canada's proximity to US steel mills make both countries consistent top sources under this heading.
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Imports
$70.5M
from 2 countries · YTD: $208.6M
Exports
$10.7M
Deficit of $59.8M (net importer)
Trade balance: deficit of $59.8M (net importer)
YTD: $208.6M imported (April 2026)
47 shipments/month
Monthly import values over time
URANIUM ORES AND CONCENTRATES
HS 261210
MOLYBDENUM ORES AND CONCENTRATES NOT ROASTED
HS 261390
ASH AND RESIDUES NESOI, CONTAINING METALS NESOI
HS 262099
TITANIUM ORES AND CONCENTRATES
HS 261400
MOLYBDENUM ORES AND CONCENTRATES ROASTED
HS 261310
ALUMINUM ORES AND CONCENTRATES
HS 260600
Top U.S. entry points for this product, ranked by latest-month import value.