Duty Rate (from China)
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 7202.49.50.90
Standard Ferrochrome Lumpy
Standard lumpy ferrochrome (20-150mm) with 60-66% Cr, 6-8% C meeting ASTM standards for stainless EAF charge. Fits HTS 7202.49.50.90 'other' category excluding special low-C or silico types. Lump size minimizes fines generation.
Charge Grade Ferrochrome
Charge grade ferrochrome is a medium-to-high carbon ferroalloy (6-8% C, 60-66% Cr) optimized for electric arc furnace charging in stainless steel melting. Classified under HTS 7202.49.50.90 as unspecified 'other' ferrochromium not meeting low-carbon or silico criteria. It provides chromium recovery without excessive carbon pickup.
FeCr 60% Chromium Lumps
FeCr lumps containing approximately 60% chromium, 6-7% carbon, and balance iron, supplied in 10-100mm lump form for foundry and steel applications. This product fits HTS 7202.49.50.90 as 'other' ferrochromium excluding low-carbon and silico variants. Lumps ensure efficient furnace feeding.
Crushed Ferrochrome 0-10mm
Crushed ferrochrome sized 0-10mm with 64% Cr, 7% C for ladle additions and small furnace operations. HTS 7202.49.50.90 since crushing doesn't constitute Chapter 72 'further worked' surface treatment. Enables precise small-batch alloying.
High-Carbon Ferrochrome
High-carbon ferrochrome is a ferroalloy containing 50-70% chromium and 4-8% carbon, used primarily in stainless steel production. It falls under HTS 7202.49.50.90 as 'other ferrochromium' that is not low-carbon, not silico-ferrochromium, and not containing over 30% chromium by weight. This classification applies to standard grades produced via electric arc furnace smelting.
Medium-Carbon Ferrochrome Fines
Medium-carbon ferrochrome fines (2-4% C, 65% Cr) in powder or crushed form under 10mm, used for precise alloying in specialty steels. Falls under HTS 7202.49.50.90 as non-low-carbon, non-silico 'other ferrochromium.' Fines allow better mixing in ladle metallurgy.
Foundry Grade Ferrochrome
Foundry grade ferrochrome with 55-65% Cr and 5-7% C, designed for gray iron and ductile iron castings to enhance hardness. Classified in HTS 7202.49.50.90 as standard 'other' ferrochromium not silico or low-carbon. Provides cost-effective chromium addition for wear-resistant castings.
65% Chromium Ferrochrome Briquettes
Briquetted ferrochrome containing 65% Cr, 6% C formed by pressing fines for dust control and easier handling. HTS 7202.49.50.90 covers this as 'other ferrochromium' since briquetting doesn't qualify as 'further worked' surface treatment per Chapter notes. Ideal for consistent furnace feed.
South African Origin HCFeCr
High-carbon ferrochromium (HCFeCr) from South African smelters, typically 62-68% Cr, 6-8% C in standard lumps. Imported under HTS 7202.49.50.90 as generic 'other ferrochromium.' Dominant global source due to chromite ore availability.
FeCrC 70% Chromium Grade
FeCrC grade with 70% minimum chromium and controlled 5-6% carbon for high-recovery stainless production. HTS 7202.49.50.90 as it doesn't meet excluded categories like >30% Cr statistical or low-carbon specs. Negotiated grades for premium melts.