South African Ferrochromium 65% Cr Lumpy

Lumpy ferrochromium from South Africa with minimum 65% Cr, 7.5% max C, produced via submerged arc furnace. Classified HTS 7202.49.50 as standard high-carbon export grade, not charge or LCFeCr. Originates from largest global producer supplying US stainless mills.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+25.0%28.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%3.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%3.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%3.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%3.1%

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Alternative Classifications

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

7202.49.10Lower: 26.9% vs 28.1%

If produced as charge grade

South African plants produce both grades; composition determines HTS.

7204.10.00.00Higher: 35% vs 28.1%

If remelted into ferroalloy pigs

Remelted/pigged ferroalloys shift to Chapter 72 heading 7204.

8480.10.00Higher: 38.8% vs 28.1%

If molded into permanent mold shapes

Molded metal articles classified by molding process.

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Import Tips & Compliance

South Africa origin typically AD-free; confirm via DOC scope rulings

Large tonnages (50,000+ MT/year); plan warehouse space near steel mills

Chrome content variation <1.5% typical—verify consistency per heat

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