Silicon Metal Granules 441 Grade from Japan
Standard 44% silicon, 41% iron granules for steel desulfurization. Under 2804.69.50.00 as principal nonmetal silicon despite alloy appearance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Chemical composition reports mandatory to prove silicon predominance
• Bulk container requirements for reactive granules—avoid retail packaging