Cast Antimony Type Metal
Cast antimony type metal, an alloy in which antimony predominates by weight over each other metal, is supplied as pigs or ingots for the traditional printing industry. These are cast products that have been subsequently worked (e.g., trimmed or surface-cleaned) but have not assumed the character of finished articles. They are classified under 8110.90.00 as 'other' articles of antimony, distinct from unwrought metal, waste, scrap, or powders.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pigs are unwrought, i.e., not worked beyond simple trimming or de-scaling after casting
Unwrought antimony includes cast products that have not been further worked; if the pigs are as-cast without additional processing, they belong here.
If the type metal is cast into finished printing type or plates
Finished printing type is an article of Chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances), not a base metal article of Chapter 81.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the antimony content exceeds 50% by weight to confirm it is an antimony alloy under Section XV Note 5; otherwise, it may classify under another base metal heading
• Keep records of the casting and any subsequent working (e.g
• machining) to show it is not unwrought
• If the pigs are used directly for casting type without further working, they may be considered unwrought and fall under 8110.10.00
Related Products under Tariff item 8110.90.00
Antimony Alloy Wire
Antimony alloy wire, drawn and containing over 99% antimony by weight, is a worked article of antimony. It is used primarily in bearing alloys and other industrial applications. This product falls under tariff item 8110.90.00 as 'Other' articles of antimony, not elsewhere specified.
Antimony Anode Bars
Cast antimony anode bars, fabricated for use in electroplating processes, are worked articles of antimony. Their high purity distinguishes them from antimony alloys. These bars fall under tariff item 8110.90.00 as 'Other' articles of antimony.
Antimony Ingots
Pure antimony ingots, containing over 99% antimony by weight, are used in alloy production and flame retardants. Although ingots are typically unwrought, if they have been further worked or are not in a form specified elsewhere, they may fall under this item. This product is classified under tariff item 8110.90.00 as 'Other' articles of antimony.
Antimony Master Alloy Billets
Antimony master alloy billets, where antimony predominates by weight over each other element, are solid extruded or cast products used primarily as an additive in lead-acid battery manufacturing. They are classified under tariff item 8110.90.00 as 'other' articles of antimony, since they are not unwrought metal, waste, scrap, or powders. The billets are worked after casting (e.g., extruded or machined) and do not assume the character of a finished article of another heading.
Antimony Powder for Flame Retardants
Processed antimony powder, micronized for dispersion in plastics as a flame retardant, is a worked article of antimony. It is not a chemical compound but a metallic powder in article form. This product falls under tariff item 8110.90.00 as 'Other' articles of antimony.
Antimony Rods for Soldering
Solid antimony rods, extruded for use in specialty soldering applications, are worked articles of antimony. Their pure form, exceeding 99% antimony, excludes them from alloy classification. These rods fall under tariff item 8110.90.00 as 'Other' articles of antimony.