Ferrosilicon for Magnesium Production from Mexico
Special ferrosilicon (78% Si) used in Pidgeon process for magnesium metal production. Falls under HTS 7202.29.00 as unspecified other ferrosilicon grade. Supplied in briquettes or standard lumps for thermal reduction furnaces.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Certify low impurity levels (Al, Ca) critical for magnesium process; comply with hazardous materials shipping for reactive alloys; document end-use to distinguish from steelmaking grades