High-Carbon Ferromanganese Lumps (1.5% Carbon)
Ferromanganese lumps containing approximately 1.5% carbon by weight, used primarily as an alloying additive in steel production to enhance manganese content and deoxidize molten steel. This product falls under HTS 7202.19.50.00 because it is ferromanganese with carbon content between 1% and 2%, distinguishing it from higher or lower carbon variants. Typically produced by smelting manganese ore with coke in electric arc furnaces.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If carbon content exceeds 2 percent
Ferromanganese with over 2% carbon is classified under the higher carbon subheading within ferromanganese ferroalloys.
If silicomanganese rather than ferromanganese
Products containing both manganese and silicon above specified thresholds fall under ferrosilicomanganese heading.
If chemically processed or mixed with other substances
Further chemically treated ferroalloys may be classified as prepared binders or chemical products outside Chapter 72.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain mill test certificates verifying carbon and manganese composition to avoid reclassification; ensure proper packaging to prevent breakage during transit; declare exact carbon percentage as Customs may test samples for compliance
Related Products under HTS 7202.19.50.00
Medium-Carbon Ferromanganese Briquettes (1.2% Carbon)
Briquetted ferromanganese with 1.2% carbon content, compacted for easier handling and transport in steel foundries. Classified under HTS 7202.19.50.00 due to its ferromanganese composition and carbon level exceeding 1% but not 2%. Ideal for precise alloy additions in ladle metallurgy.
Ferromanganese Granules (1.8% Carbon)
Granular ferromanganese alloy with 1.8% carbon, sized 3-10mm for rapid dissolution in steel melts. This ferroalloy is specifically under HTS 7202.19.50.00 for its carbon content range in the 'other' ferromanganese category. Commonly used in continuous casting operations.
Low-Medium Carbon Ferromanganese Powder (1.1% Carbon)
Powdered ferromanganese at 1.1% carbon, milled for injection systems in secondary steelmaking. HTS 7202.19.50.00 applies to this form as the carbon specification governs over physical state within ferromanganese. Enhances steel hardenability and strength.
Standard HCFeMn Lumps (1.6% Carbon)
Standard high-carbon ferromanganese lumps averaging 1.6% carbon, produced for general steel alloying purposes. Falls squarely under HTS 7202.19.50.00 as 'other' ferromanganese with 1-2% carbon per chapter definitions. Key ingredient for structural steel production.
Ferromanganese Chips (1.4% Carbon)
Chipped ferromanganese remnants with 1.4% carbon content, recycled for secondary alloying additions. Classified in HTS 7202.19.50.00 based on chemical composition despite processing form. Economical option for small-batch steelmakers.