Low-Carbon Ferronickel LC FeNi
Low-carbon ferronickel with less than 0.1% carbon, 25-32% nickel, designed for low-carbon stainless steel grades like 304L. Produced via specific reduction processes to minimize carbon pickup. Falls under HTS 7202.60.00.00 as ferronickel ferroalloy.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If significant silicon content (>10%)
Ferrosilicon with nickel would classify under silicon-bearing ferroalloys, not pure ferronickel.
If supplied in briquettes certified for nickel matte production
Nickel ore/agglomerates in Chapter 75 if not meeting ferroalloy metallic specifications.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit chemical analysis certificates showing carbon <0.1% and Ni 25-35% for proper duty assessment
• Declare as pig iron or lumps if shipped in that form; ensure not confused with nickel pig iron (NPI)
• Check for anti-dumping duties from specific countries like Indonesia or New Caledonia
Related Products under HTS 7202.60.00.00
Standard Ferronickel 25-30% Nickel
Ferronickel alloy containing 25-30% nickel and balance iron, produced by smelting laterite nickel ores in electric arc furnaces. It is primarily used in stainless steel production to introduce nickel content. Classified under HTS 7202.60.00.00 as ferronickel ferroalloy.
Ferronickel Briquettes 28% Ni
Ferronickel compressed into briquette form for easier handling and transport, containing approximately 28% nickel. Used directly in electric arc furnaces for stainless steel melting. HTS 7202.60.00.00 covers all ferronickel forms including briquettes.
Ferronickel Lumps/Pigs 27% Nickel
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.
Argon Oxygen Decarburized Ferronickel
AOD-process ferronickel refined to ultra-low carbon (<0.03%) using argon-oxygen decarburization for duplex stainless production. Contains 25-30% nickel with controlled impurities. Classifies under HTS 7202.60.00.00 as refined ferronickel alloy.
High-Grade Ferronickel 32-35% Ni
Premium ferronickel with 32-35% nickel content for high-performance stainless steels like 316 grades. Features low phosphorus and sulfur for better steel quality. Specifically classified as ferronickel under HTS 7202.60.00.00.