Ferrozirconium 70% Zirconium Grade from Mexico
Ferrozirconium alloy containing approximately 70% zirconium and 25-30% iron, used primarily as a deoxidizer and grain refiner in steel production. Classified under HTS 7202.99.1000 as ferrozirconium, a ferroalloy not elsewhere specified in Chapter 72. It meets the definition of ferroalloys with zirconium as the principal alloying element.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain mill test certificates verifying zirconium content (>65%) to confirm classification as ferrozirconium
• Ensure proper hazardous material declarations if packaged in bags exceeding certain weights
• Common pitfall: misclassification as zirconium metal under Chapter 81 if iron content is too low