Spiegeleisen Granules from Germany
Granules of spiegeleisen, a high-manganese pig iron alloy used in steelmaking to add manganese content. Produced by crushing cast spiegeleisen into 2-8mm granules. HTS 7205.10.00.00 covers granules of spiegeleisen explicitly in the heading.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.970%European Union exemption (main list) (U.S. note 52(j))
Import Tips
• Certify manganese content (typically 15-30%) via lab analysis to confirm spiegeleisen status
• Avoid packaging that implies further working, like oiled surfaces, to stay in 7205
• Declare as granules only if >80% pass 8mm sieve but retain on 2mm for CBP verification