High-Carbon Ferrochrome (FeCrC 70%) from Japan
High-carbon ferrochrome with approximately 70% chromium and over 3% carbon content, used primarily as an alloying additive in stainless steel production. This ferroalloy falls under HTS 7202.49.10.00 due to its ferrochromium composition exceeding 3% carbon by weight, distinguishing it from low-carbon variants. It is produced by smelting chromite ore with carbon in electric arc furnaces.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Verify carbon and chromium content via certified mill analysis to confirm classification under 7202.49.10.00 and avoid misclassification as low-carbon ferrochrome
• Ensure proper documentation including bill of lading specifying ferroalloy type and hazardous material declarations if applicable for bulk shipments