High-Carbon Ferrochrome (FeCrC 70%) from Germany
High-carbon ferrochrome with over 4% carbon content, typically 65-70% chromium, used primarily in stainless steel production. Classified under HTS 7202.41.00.00 as ferrochromium containing more than 4% carbon by weight per Chapter 72 notes. It serves as an essential alloying additive for enhancing corrosion resistance.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
1.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide mill test certificates verifying carbon content >4% and chromium levels; ensure proper labeling as ferrochromium
• Watch for misclassification as lower-carbon grades; comply with steel import licenses if applicable