Foundry HC Ferromanganese Briquettes from Germany
Briquetted high-carbon ferromanganese (>4% carbon) for foundry cast iron production, offering dust-free handling and consistent melt addition. Falls under HTS 7202.11.50.00 as ferromanganese with excess carbon per the heading's chemical criteria. Briquetting is minor working not affecting ferroalloy status.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
1.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish briquettes from fines; loose powder may classify under waste provisions if not consolidated
• Label with exact Mn/C ratios and origin to comply with trade remedy exclusions
• Inspect for binder use; organic binders could trigger 'further worked' scrutiny under chapter notes