Chromite Sand for Metal Casting Molds

Foundry-grade chromite sand used to create molds for metal casting, valued for high thermal conductivity. HTS 6815.91.00.71 applies as it contains chromite and constitutes an article not elsewhere specified in Chapter 68 exclusions. Processed to uniform grain size for molding applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2610.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If unprocessed chromite ore or concentrates

Raw mineral ores remain in Chapter 26, only processed articles move to Chapter 68.

6909.19.50Higher: 39% vs 35%

If formed into ceramic foundry molds

Finished ceramic molds classify as Chapter 69 articles regardless of aggregate material.

2508.70.00.00Same rate: 35%

If predominantly silica sand with chromite admixture

Siliceous sands primarily classify under Chapter 25 natural materials.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for chromite purity >45% FeCr2O4; provide foundry usage declaration; distinguish from raw chromite ore under Chapter 26

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