Medium-Carbon Ferrochrome Fines
Medium-carbon ferrochrome fines (2-4% C, 65% Cr) in powder or crushed form under 10mm, used for precise alloying in specialty steels. This product is classified as 'other' ferrochromium under tariff item 7202.49.00 as it is not low-carbon or silico-chromium.
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 carbon content exceeds 4%
This subheading covers high-carbon ferrochromium.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the carbon content is between 2-4% to ensure classification as medium-carbon ferrochromium
• Verify the particle size and provide a sieve analysis if required
• Check origin to determine if the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff applies
Related Products under Tariff item 7202.49.00
65% Chromium Ferrochrome Briquettes
Briquetted ferrochrome containing 65% chromium and 6% carbon, formed by pressing fines for dust control and easier handling. This high-carbon ferrochromium in briquette form is classified under tariff item 7202.49.00 as 'other' ferro-chromium.
Carbon Ferrochrome for Tool Steel
Carbon ferrochrome for tool steel manufacturing, containing over 4% carbon and 65-70% chromium. This high-carbon ferrochromium is specifically blended to provide high hardness in tool steel applications and is classified under tariff item 7202.49.00 as 'other' ferro-chromium.
Charge Chrome (68C)
Charge grade ferrochrome with approximately 68% chromium and over 6% carbon, designed for electric arc furnace steelmaking. This high-carbon ferrochromium is classified under tariff item 7202.49.00 as 'other' ferro-chromium.
Charge Grade Ferrochrome
Charge grade ferrochrome, a medium-to-high carbon ferroalloy with 6-8% carbon and 60-66% chromium, optimized for electric arc furnace charging in stainless steel melting. This high-carbon ferrochromium is classified under tariff item 7202.49.00 as 'other' ferro-chromium.
Charge Grade High-Carbon Ferrochrome (FeCrC 64%)
Charge grade high-carbon ferrochrome (FeCrC 64%) is a ferroalloy containing 64-66% chromium and 5-8% carbon, used as an additive in steelmaking to introduce chromium. It falls under tariff item 7202.49.00 as 'other' ferro-chromium, which covers ferrochromium alloys with more than 3% carbon, excluding those classified as low-carbon or silico-chromium.
Crushed Ferrochrome 0-10mm
Crushed ferrochrome sized 0-10mm with 64% chromium and 7% carbon, used for ladle additions and small furnace operations. This high-carbon ferrochromium in crushed form is classified under tariff item 7202.49.00 as 'other' ferro-chromium.