Gray Iron Pig Iron High Phosphorus Grade from Japan
Pig iron in pig form with phosphorus over 0.5% by weight, optimized for gray iron foundry applications. Classified in HTS 7201.20.00.00 as nonalloy pig iron in primary blocks or pigs, leveraging high phosphorus for improved castability. Common in manhole covers and machinery bases.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Use certified chemical analyses from accredited labs for phosphorus verification
• Prevent damage during transit; no duty allowance for rust per Chapter notes
• Specify 'not further worked' in entry docs to align with chapter definitions