Pig Iron Granules from Japan
Granules of pig iron, typically produced by atomization or crushing, used as a raw material in metal casting and steelmaking. Classified under HTS 7205.10.00.00 as granules of pig iron, distinct from powders due to larger particle size. Meets chapter definitions for pig iron products in granular form.
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
• Provide mill test certificates verifying pig iron composition and granule size to avoid reclassification as powder under 7205.21
• Ensure granules are free of excessive rust or discoloration per chapter note, as no duty allowance for such damage
• Declare exact particle size distribution (typically 1-10mm) to distinguish from powders and comply with CBP granule definitions