Nitrided Ferrochromium 68% Cr
Nitrided ferrochromium with 68% chromium, up to 0.2% nitrogen, and moderate carbon is used for nitrogen-alloyed stainless steels. It falls under tariff item 7202.49.00 as ferrochromium with more than 4% carbon, classified as 'other' ferrochromium.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
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If the carbon content is 4% or less
Ferrochromium with lower carbon content is classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the carbon content exceeds 4% for classification
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing chromium, carbon, and nitrogen levels
• Verify origin to determine if the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff applies
Related Products under Tariff item 7202.49.00
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 a furnace charge in steelmaking to introduce chromium. It falls under tariff item 7202.49.00 as ferrochromium containing more than 4% carbon, which is classified as 'other' ferrochromium.
Extra High-Carbon Ferrochrome 70% Cr
Extra high-carbon ferrochrome with 70% minimum chromium and 8-10% carbon is used for high-chromium white iron castings. It falls under tariff item 7202.49.00 as ferrochromium with more than 4% carbon, classified as 'other' ferrochromium.
FeCrC 68% High-Carbon Ferrochrome Lumps
FeCrC 68% high-carbon ferrochrome lumps contain 68% chromium and 4-6% carbon, supplied in 20-150mm sizes for electric arc furnace use in stainless steel production. This product falls under tariff item 7202.49.00 as ferrochromium with more than 4% carbon, classified as 'other' ferrochromium.
Ferrochromium Granules 3-10mm 64% Cr
Ferrochromium granules sized 3-10mm with 64% chromium and 7% carbon are crushed and screened for ladle additions. They fall under tariff item 7202.49.00 as ferrochromium with more than 4% carbon, classified as 'other' ferrochromium.
Ferrochromium Lumps 65-70% Cr 6-8% C
Ferrochromium lumps with 65-70% chromium and 6-8% carbon, sized 10-100mm, are used for furnace charging in stainless steelmaking. They fall under tariff item 7202.49.00 as ferrochromium with more than 4% carbon, classified as 'other' ferrochromium.
Foundry Grade High-Carbon Ferrochrome (FeCrC 60%)
Foundry-grade high-carbon ferrochrome (FeCrC 60%) contains 60% chromium and over 4% carbon, optimized for foundry cast iron to promote graphite formation. It falls under tariff item 7202.49.00 as ferrochromium with more than 4% carbon, classified as 'other' ferrochromium.