Ferronickel Lumps/Pigs 27% Nickel from China
Ferronickel cast into lump or pig form post-furnace tapping, typically 27% nickel content. Standard shipping unit for steel mills worldwide. HTS 7202.60.00.00 explicitly includes pigs and lumps of ferronickel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
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
• Weighbridge certificates required for each pig/lump shipment to verify declared quantity
• Rust/discoloration doesn't allow duty reduction per Chapter 72 note; declare as-is condition
• Segregate from other ferroalloys during warehousing to prevent cross-contamination