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Desulfurization Magnesium Granules

Coarse magnesium granules (<10mm) for steel ladle desulfurization injections. Still qualifies as unwrought 'other' magnesium under HTS 8104.19.00.00 (not classified as powder). Critical for ultra-low sulfur steels.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8105.20Higher: 10% vs 6.5%

If particle size <1mm

Fine magnesium powder has separate tariff classification.

8108.90.60Higher: 40% vs 6.5%

If encased in steel injection wire

Wire-encased magnesium classified as cored wire products.

7201.10.00.00Higher: 35% vs 6.5%

If pig iron contaminated lots

Pig iron with magnesium additions under iron/steel chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm granule size distribution prevents powder classification

Ship in nitrogen-blanketed drums to inhibit oxidation

Include reaction efficiency data for steel mill quality control

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Primary Magnesium Ingots

High-purity magnesium ingots produced by electrolysis or thermal reduction, containing at least 99% magnesium. Classified under HTS 8104.19.00.00 as unwrought magnesium that is not refined and not in powdered form. Used primarily in the production of magnesium alloys for automotive and aerospace applications.

Electrolytic Magnesium Billets

Cylindrical magnesium billets produced via the electrolytic Pidgeon process, suitable for extrusion into profiles. Falls under 8104.19.00.00 as primary unwrought magnesium not refined. Key raw material for lightweight structural components.

Pidgeon Process Magnesium Slabs

Rectangular magnesium slabs from the silicothermic Pidgeon process, used for rolling into sheet stock. Unwrought 'other' magnesium under 8104.19.00.00, excluding powder and refined forms. Essential for sacrificial anodes and die castings.

High-Purity Magnesium Pigs

Cast magnesium pigs with 99.9% purity from electrolytic cells, stored under inert atmosphere. Classified as unwrought 'other' magnesium in HTS 8104.19.00.00. Used in electronics and pharmaceutical-grade applications.

Magnesium Casting Ingots

Standard casting-grade magnesium ingots for gravity and low-pressure die casting operations. Unwrought magnesium under 8104.19.00.00, not refined or powdered. Primary input for automotive wheels and transmission cases.

Ferro-Magnesium Base Ingots

Magnesium-rich ingots with trace ferrosilicon for steel desulfurization applications. Still classified as unwrought magnesium (99%+ Mg) under HTS 8104.19.00.00. Used in steel ladle metallurgy.