91% Ferrosilicon for Electrode Production from Mexico
Ferrosilicon with 91% silicon content, key raw material in submerged arc furnace electrodes for further ferroalloy manufacturing. Falls under HTS 7202.21.90.00 as high-silicon ferrosilicon alloy. High density supports electrode integrity under extreme furnace conditions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm low phosphorus/sulfur levels critical for electrode quality
• Declare as metallurgical raw material to distinguish from finished electrodes
• Volume shipments common; optimize container stuffing for cost