Basic Oxygen Pig Iron
Pig iron produced via basic oxygen process with ≤0.5% phosphorus, cast in pigs for steelmaking charge. Classified under HTS 7201.10.00.00 due to its nonalloy composition and primary pig form. Low phosphorus suits basic oxygen furnace operations.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If spiegeleisen rather than pig iron
Spiegeleisen, a high-manganese pig iron, is separately classified despite similar form.
If containing significant manganese ore impurities
Roasted iron ores including natural magnetites fall under Chapter 26 if not fully reduced.
If further melted into flat-rolled products
Once processed beyond primary form, it becomes heading 7208 for flat-rolled steel.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide production process documentation confirming basic oxygen method and low phosphorus levels
• Use proper packaging to prevent damage; no duty reduction for pre-entry rust per Chapter notes
• Ensure accurate weight declaration as pig iron is often imported in bulk
Related Products under HTS 7201.10.00.00
Low-Phosphorus Foundry Pig Iron
Pig iron cast in standard pig shapes with 0.5% or less phosphorus content, used primarily for foundry applications to produce castings. It falls under HTS 7201.10.00.00 as nonalloy pig iron in primary forms with low phosphorus for high-quality melting. The low phosphorus ensures minimal brittleness in final cast products.
Steelworks Low-P Pig Iron
Nonalloy pig iron with max 0.5% phosphorus designed for steel mill blast furnaces, cast in large pigs. HTS 7201.10.00.00 applies to this primary form pig iron meeting the low phosphorus threshold. Used as a hot metal source in steel production.
Blast Furnace Low-Phosphorus Pigs
Pig iron from blast furnaces with controlled ≤0.5% phosphorus, cast into pigs or blocks for resale to steelmakers. HTS 7201.10.00.00 covers this nonalloy primary form. Essential raw material for pig iron-based steelmaking.
Gray Cast Iron Pig Iron
Standard pig iron with 0.5% max phosphorus for gray iron foundries, supplied in pig form. Under HTS 7201.10.00.00 as qualifying nonalloy low-P pig iron. Provides optimal carbon equivalent for flake graphite formation.
Premium Steel Plant Pig Iron
High-quality pig iron ≤0.5% P for premium steel plants, cast in optimized pig shapes. HTS 7201.10.00.00 classification for nonalloy primary pig iron. Tight chemistry control supports high-value steel grades.
Export Grade Low-P Pig Iron
Pig iron prepared for export with certified ≤0.5% phosphorus in standard international pig sizes. Fits HTS 7201.10.00.00 as nonalloy pig iron in primary forms. Commonly traded commodity for global steel supply chains.