High-Carbon Ferrochrome (FeCrHC) from Japan
High-carbon ferrochrome with over 0.5% carbon content, typically 4-8% carbon, 60-70% chromium, used primarily as an alloying additive in stainless steel production. It falls under HTS 7202.49.50.10 as ferrochromium containing more than 0.5% carbon by weight, distinguishing it from low-carbon variants. Supplied in lump form for metallurgical furnaces.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
3.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify carbon and chromium content via certified lab analysis at entry to confirm classification; ensure MSDS and origin certificates for alloy composition; watch for misclassification as scrap under Chapter 72 heading 7204