Ferrophosphorus Lumps 20% Phosphorus from Japan
Lump-form ferrophosphorus with approximately 20% phosphorus, sized 10-50mm, used in electric arc furnaces for steel dephosphorization and alloying. This ferroalloy meets the Chapter 72 definition for ferrophosphorus under 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
• Specify lump size range and packing (steel drums/ bags) in commercial invoice to match statistical reporting
• Obtain country-of-origin certificates; many suppliers from China/Vietnam face specific duty considerations
• Test for tramp elements (S, P beyond spec) as excessive impurities may trigger reclassification