Standard Ferrochromium HCFeCr 60-66% Cr from China
Standard high-carbon ferrochromium (HCFeCr) with 60-66% Cr, 6-8.5% C, balance iron, in typical lump sizes. HTS 7202.49.50 covers this ubiquitous grade used globally for 300-series stainless production. Baseline alloy for chromium addition worldwide.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
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
• Most imports; ensure supplier provides CBP 7501 binding ruling if borderline composition
• Bulk vessel shipments common—coordinate terminal handling for 20-30 ton lots
• Track HTS changes; subheadings occasionally revised based on trade volumes