Ferrochrome Alloy Pig Iron from China
Pig iron alloyed with chromium (5-15%) cast in pig form, used primarily for producing stainless steels. HTS 7201.50.30.00 covers this as alloy pig iron, distinct from high-carbon ferrochrome ferroalloys.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include spectrographic analysis certifying chromium levels for accurate duty assessment
• Ensure declaration distinguishes from tool steel or razor blade steel definitions in Chapter notes
• Watch for rust/discoloration; no duty allowance per Chapter 72 note (h)