Basic Oxygen Pig Iron
Basic Oxygen Pig Iron is a non-alloy pig iron produced via the basic oxygen process, containing 0.5% or less phosphorus by weight. It is cast in pigs and used primarily as a charge material for steelmaking. This product falls under tariff item 7201.10.00 because it is non-alloy pig iron in primary form meeting the low phosphorus specification.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a ferro-alloy rather than pig iron
Ferro-alloys are classified under heading 72.02, not 72.01.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the phosphorus content is certified at 0.5% or less by weight through a mill test certificate
• Declare the product as non-alloy pig iron in primary form (pigs) to align with the tariff item
• Verify whether the shipment qualifies for any preferential tariff treatment under Canada's trade agreements
Related Products under Tariff item 7201.10.00
Blast Furnace Low-Phosphorus Pigs
Blast Furnace Low-Phosphorus Pigs are pig iron produced in blast furnaces with controlled phosphorus content of 0.5% or less, cast into pigs or blocks for resale to steelmakers. This non-alloy primary form is essential raw material for steelmaking and qualifies under tariff item 7201.10.00 due to its low phosphorus content and non-alloy composition.
Ductile Iron Pig Iron
Ductile Iron Pig Iron is a low-phosphorus pig iron (≤0.5% P) specifically formulated for manufacturing ductile (nodular) iron castings, supplied in standard pig form. It falls under tariff item 7201.10.00 as non-alloy pig iron in primary form, with low phosphorus content preventing cracking during spheroidization.
Export Grade Low-P Pig Iron
Export Grade Low-P Pig Iron is pig iron prepared for export with certified phosphorus content of 0.5% or less, in standard international pig sizes. It is a commonly traded commodity for global steel supply chains and qualifies under tariff item 7201.10.00 as non-alloy pig iron in primary forms.
Gray Cast Iron Pig Iron
Gray Cast Iron Pig Iron is standard pig iron with a maximum phosphorus content of 0.5%, supplied in pig form for gray iron foundries. It falls under tariff item 7201.10.00 as non-alloy pig iron in primary form, providing optimal carbon equivalent for flake graphite formation.
Low-Phosphorus Foundry Pig Iron
Low-Phosphorus Foundry Pig Iron is cast in standard pig shapes with 0.5% or less phosphorus content, used primarily for foundry applications to produce castings. It falls under tariff item 7201.10.00 as non-alloy pig iron in primary forms with low phosphorus content.
Premium Steel Plant Pig Iron
Premium Steel Plant Pig Iron is high-quality pig iron with phosphorus content of 0.5% or less, cast in optimized pig shapes for premium steel plants. It qualifies under tariff item 7201.10.00 as non-alloy primary pig iron, with tight chemistry control supporting high-value steel grades.