FeSiCa 65/6 Nodularizer Alloy from China
High-calcium ferrosilicon with 65% Si and 6% Ca content, specifically formulated for magnesium treatment in ductile iron foundries. Falls under HTS 7202.21.10.00 as ferrosilicon 55-80% Si with >3% calcium per U.S. note specifications. Distributed in sealed moisture-proof containers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.6%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Customs requires certificates of analysis showing exact Ca/Si ratios; digital spectro reports preferred
• Declare proper UN 1408 hazardous class for ferrosilicon transport to avoid delays
• Avoid pitfall of declaring as scrap (7204); must prove virgin production origin