2601Iron ores and concentrates, including roasted iron pyrites:
鉄鉱（精鉱及び焼いた硫化鉄鉱を含む。）
HS code 2601 is a Heading (4-digit) classification number. In Japan's trade statistics (published by Ministry of Finance), it represents import/export items classified as “Iron ores and concentrates, including roasted iron pyrites:”. This code has 3 subcategories defined below it.
Latest trade statistics
In May 2026, Japan's imports under HS code 2601 (Iron ores and concentrates, including roasted iron pyrites:) totaled ¥128B (YoY +17.4%), with a volume of 7,946,143 MT at about ¥16,094/MT. The top import sources are Australia (49.0%), Brazil (37.3%), Canada (7.8%). Exports totaled ¥469,000 (YoY -86.4%). The top export destinations are Indonesia (47.0%), Thailand (29.0%), India (17.3%).
Top export destinations (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indonesia | ¥17M | 47.0% | 200 MT | ¥84,680/MT |
| 2 | Thailand | ¥10M | 29.0% | 44 MT | ¥237,500/MT |
| 3 | India | ¥6M | 17.3% | 61 MT | ¥102,410/MT |
| 4 | People's Republic of China | ¥2M | 4.9% | 5 MT | ¥351,400/MT |
| 5 | Chile | ¥671,000 | 1.9% | — | — |
Top import sources (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | ¥716B | 49.0% | 52,478,862 MT | ¥13,634/MT |
| 2 | Brazil | ¥544B | 37.3% | 31,981,272 MT | ¥17,001/MT |
| 3 | Canada | ¥114B | 7.8% | 6,604,903 MT | ¥17,304/MT |
| 4 | South Africa | ¥63B | 4.3% | 3,590,509 MT | ¥17,506/MT |
| 5 | Chile | ¥9B | 0.6% | 471,938 MT | ¥19,820/MT |
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