Ferrocolumbium (Ferro Niobium) from Japan
Ferrocolumbium (60-70% niobium) for HSLA steels. HTS 7202.99.80 other ferroalloys. Enhances strength without weight.
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
• Niobium equivalence declaration; quota monitoring; inert atmosphere preferred