HC FeCr 65C High-Carbon Ferrochrome Fines

Crushed fines of high-carbon ferrochrome with 65% Cr and 6-8% C, used in powder metallurgy or as recarburizer. HTS 7202.49.10.00 applies to ferrochromium >3% carbon in any form except coils/patterns. Fines offer faster dissolution in ladle additions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China1.9%+25.0%26.9%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico1.9%β€”1.9%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada1.9%β€”1.9%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany1.9%β€”1.9%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan1.9%β€”1.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7202.49.50Higher: 28.1% vs 26.9%

If low-carbon fines production

Carbon threshold determines subheading even for fines form.

2620.99.10.00Higher: 35% vs 26.9%

If high slag/dust content >40%

Excessive non-metallic content classifies as ferroalloy slag.

2849.90.10.00Higher: 38.7% vs 26.9%

If predominantly chromium carbide

Carbide-focused material moves to carbides heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Use anti-dust bags for fines to prevent respirable silica exposure and meet OSHA import standards

β€’ Document sieve analysis showing <10mm size to confirm fines vs lumps classification

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