Electrolytic Chromium Flakes
Flake-form chromium from electrolytic refining, used in hardfacing and electroplating baths. Classified as unwrought under HTS 8112.21.00.00 since flakes are primary forms not further fabricated.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If scrap-like impurities
Flakes with significant contaminants classify as chromium waste/scrap.
If converted to sulfate
Chromium compounds like sulfates fall under Chapter 28 inorganic chemicals.
If ferrochromium variant
Iron-chromium alloys (ferrochrome) are pig iron under Chapter 72.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide electrolytic process certification to differentiate from sintered powders
• Ensure flakes are free of organic binders to avoid chemical preparation headings
Related Products under HTS 8112.21.00.00
Chromium Metal Ingots
Pure chromium metal cast into ingots, used primarily in metallurgical applications for alloy production. Classified under HTS 8112.21.00.00 as unwrought chromium, which includes forms like ingots not further processed into sheets or wires. This excludes wrought forms like bars or rods.
High-Purity Chromium Powder
Fine chromium powder with purity levels above 99.9%, utilized in powder metallurgy and coating applications. Falls under HTS 8112.21.00.00 for unwrought chromium powders, encompassing atomized or chemically reduced forms not shaped into articles.
Chromium Billets
Cylindrical unwrought chromium billets produced by electron beam melting for aerospace alloys. HTS 8112.21.00.00 covers these semi-processed unwrought forms prior to hot working into rods or sheets.
Vacuum Arc Remelted Chromium
Chromium refined via vacuum arc remelting for ultra-high purity in superalloys. Remains unwrought under HTS 8112.21.00.00 as cast electrodes or lumps not mechanically worked.
Chromium Master Alloy Ingots
Unwrought ingots of nearly pure chromium used to introduce element into steel melts. Still under HTS 8112.21.00.00 if chromium content exceeds 99% per Chapter 81 alloy note.
Distilled Chromium Metal Lumps
Lump chromium produced by distillation for electronics-grade purity. Unwrought lumps classify under HTS 8112.21.00.00, not shaped into profiles.