Standard Spiegeleisen Sows from Japan
Large sow-shaped castings of spiegeleisen, a high-silicon, high-manganese pig iron used in foundries for gray iron production. HTS 7201.50.60.00 applies to this primary form spiegeleisen, distinct from other alloy pig irons by its specific mirror-like fracture and composition. Essential for introducing alloying elements during melting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'spiegeleisen' with batch analysis; CBP often requires proof against high-strength steel misclassification
• Watch for partial remelting evidence which could reclassify as scrap under 7204
• Ensure weights per unit match primary form declarations (pigs/blocks)