2601.12.00.90 - Other

This HTS classification, 2601.12.00.90, covers agglomerated iron ores and concentrates that do not fit into the more specific categories of pellets or briquettes. It serves as a residual category for agglomerated iron ores that possess characteristics distinct from those formed through pelletizing or briquetting processes. These may include, but are not limited to, sinter products or other agglomerated forms where the binding and shaping methods result in a product that is not specifically classified as a pellet or briquette.

The primary distinction of this category from its siblings, 2601.12.00.30 (Pellets) and 2601.12.00.60 (Briquettes), lies in the manufacturing process and the resulting physical form. Pellets are typically small, spherical or near-spherical agglomerates formed by rolling fine ore concentrates with a binder. Briquettes are formed by compressing ore fines with a binder into a larger, more compact shape, often rectangular or pillow-like. This "Other" category encompasses agglomerated forms that do not conform to these specific geometries or manufacturing methods, even though they are still considered agglomerated iron ores or concentrates.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification of goods under 2601.12.00.90 relies on a careful examination of the physical characteristics and production methods to ensure they are indeed agglomerated iron ores or concentrates and do not qualify for the more specific pellet or briquette classifications. Importers and exporters should consult the Explanatory Notes for Chapter 26 for detailed guidance on the definition of agglomeration and the criteria distinguishing pellets and briquettes from other forms.