Vanadium Alloy Pig Iron
Pig iron alloyed with vanadium (0.5-1.5%) for micro-alloyed high-strength steels, cast in standard pig form. HTS 7201.50.30.00 applies to this vanadium-modified alloy pig iron.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If as ferrovanadium
Ferrovanadium ferroalloys have separate 7202 classification.
If vanadium trace levels
Non-alloy if vanadium insufficient for classification.
If used in concrete reinforcing bars
Vanadium microalloyed rebar classified by end product form, not pig iron.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Vanadium analysis essential; often paired with niobium in HS steel but declare separately
• Prevent moisture exposure pre-entry to minimize rust claims denial
• Use proper HTS if high-strength steel specs met post-melting (note a)
Related Products under HTS 7201.50.30.00
Ferromanganese Alloy Pig Iron
Pig iron alloyed with high manganese content, cast into pigs for use in steelmaking to add manganese and deoxidize melts. Classified under HTS 7201.50.30.00 as alloy pig iron due to its manganese addition exceeding basic pig iron composition, meeting Chapter 72 definitions for alloyed primary forms.
Ferrosilicon Alloy Pig Iron
Alloy pig iron containing 10-30% silicon, produced in pig form for silicon addition in steel production and deoxidation. Falls under HTS 7201.50.30.00 as spiegeleisen-type alloy pig iron per Chapter 72 notes for alloyed primary castings.
Ferrochrome Alloy Pig Iron
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.
Spiegeleisen Pig Iron
High-manganese spiegeleisen pig iron (20-35% Mn), cast in pigs for mirror-like fracture appearance and steel alloying. Specifically named under HTS 7201.50 as alloy pig iron/spiegeleisen primary form.
Nickel-Bearing Alloy Pig Iron
Pig iron with 2-5% nickel addition, cast into primary pig form for specialty steel and alloy production. Classified HTS 7201.50.30.00 as alloy pig iron due to nickel alloying beyond basic composition.
Molybdenum Alloy Pig Iron
Alloy pig iron containing 0.5-2% molybdenum, produced in pig castings for high-strength steel applications. Meets HTS 7201.50.30.00 for alloy pig iron primary forms, aligning with tool steel precursor compositions.