Low-Carbon Ferromolybdenum FeMo65-C from Japan
Low-carbon variant of ferromolybdenum with 65% minimum molybdenum content and carbon under 0.1%, designed for producing clean, high-quality tool steels. Falls under HTS 7202.70.00.00 as all ferromolybdenum grades regardless of carbon levels are grouped here. Lumps are produced via vacuum arc reduction for minimal impurities.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Request certificates showing carbon below 0.1% and aluminum/silicon residuals to distinguish from standard grades
• Use proper packaging (steel drums or bulk bags) to prevent oxidation during transit
• Confirm no Section 232 tariffs apply based on steel content thresholds