Ferrophosphorus for Ductile Iron Production from Japan
Special ferrophosphorus grade optimized for ductile iron with controlled 19-21% phosphorus to promote spheroidal graphite formation. Supplied in crushed form for foundry ladle additions. Properly classified under ferrophosphorus HTS 7202.99.8020.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Foundry customers require low-gas content (<2% SiO2); test certificates prevent rejection
• Label drums with UN number if P>23% triggers dangerous goods status
• Use NVOCC familiar with bulk mineral imports for cost-effective logistics