Harmonized System
U.S. imports of Non-Agglomerated Iron Ores & Concentrates (HS 260111) totaled $5.2M in September 2026, imported from 4 countries.
Non-Agglomerated Iron Ores & Concentrates imports of $5.2M in September 2026 ran 63% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.2M.
Last updated: September 2026 dataNon-agglomerated iron ores and concentrates — those not yet formed into pellets or sinter — serve as primary feedstock for blast furnaces and direct-reduction steelmaking, and are classified across three US tariff lines distinguishing concentrates (2601110030), coarse ore (2601110060), and non-coarse ore (2601110090). Sweden and Chile are the leading suppliers to the US under this heading, with Australia and South Africa also significant sources, reflecting the global nature of iron ore trade and the importance of grade and moisture specifications in purchase contracts. Particle size, iron content, and the presence of deleterious elements such as phosphorus and sulfur are the key specification variables that drive both pricing and classification decisions.
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Concentrates (2601110030) have undergone beneficiation to raise iron content, typically by magnetic separation or flotation. Coarse ore (2601110060) refers to run-of-mine or crushed ore above a defined particle-size threshold, while non-coarse ore (2601110090) covers finer-grained material that has not been concentrated. The distinction affects both classification and the applicable duty rate, so laboratory particle-size and processing documentation should accompany the entry.
Iron ore itself is not currently subject to Section 232 steel tariffs, which apply to steel mill products rather than raw ores. However, importers should verify at the time of entry whether any antidumping or countervailing duty orders cover the specific origin, as trade-remedy coverage can change. Consulting a licensed customs broker before shipment is advisable.
Subheading 2 of 3 in heading 2601
Subheading 260111 · $5.2M of $46.6M
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Imports
$5.2MYoY · free account
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Low of 9 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to September 2026, the U.S. exported $30.0M of Non-Agglomerated Iron Ores & Concentrates.
Through September 2026 · imports 9 of 12 months reported, exports 6 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2601110060 | Iron Ore Nonagglomerated Coarse | $1.2M | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 2601110030 | Iron Ore Nonagglomerated Concentrates | — | -- | -- |
| 2601110090 | Iron Ore Nonagglomerated not Coarse | — | -- | -- |
Imports · September 2026
origin
Sweden and South Africa together supply 100% of it.
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rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.