Ferroboron 18% B from Japan
Ferroboron containing 18% boron, employed in steel for hardenability and strength enhancement without qualifying as tool steel. Fits HTS 7202.99.8040 as other ferroalloys per Chapter 72, not matching defined special steels.
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
• Document boron content precisely to avoid reclassification; inert atmosphere packaging recommended; note no duty relief for pre-entry rust on ferroalloys