Alvan 80/20 Master Alloy Ingots
Alvan master alloy ingots containing 80% vanadium and 20% aluminum, used to introduce vanadium into aluminum alloys for automotive and aerospace parts. HTS 8112.92.70.00 covers this unwrought vanadium alloy per Chapter 81 notes on base metal alloys. Ingots are cast in standard weights for foundry addition.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2% | +35.0% | 37% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2% | +10.0% | 12% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 2% | +10.0% | 12% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2% | +10.0% | 12% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2% | +10.0% | 12% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If aluminum predominates (>99% Al with trace V)
Aluminum alloys with minor vanadium fall under Chapter 76 unwrought aluminum, not vanadium alloys.
If separated pure vanadium component
Pure vanadium ingots use 8112.92.10; alloys with other metals shift to 8112.92.70.00.
If supplied as pre-alloyed chemical powder mix
Chemical preparations of metals for alloying classify under 3824, not unwrought metals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify as master alloy with melting point data to distinguish from chemical compounds
• Declare exact alloy percentages; misstated composition can lead to Chapter 76 aluminum alloy reclassification
• Use proper packaging to prevent oxidation during ocean freight
Related Products under HTS 8112.92.70.00
Ferrovanadium Lumps
Ferrovanadium lumps are an alloy primarily composed of iron and vanadium, containing less than 99% vanadium by weight, used as a key additive in steel production to enhance strength and toughness. Classified under HTS 8112.92.70.00 as unwrought vanadium in alloy form, distinct from pure vanadium or vanadium-bearing ores. This product is typically supplied in irregular lump shapes for metallurgical applications.
Vanadium Metal Powder 85% Purity
Vanadium metal powder with 85% vanadium content, atomized for use in powder metallurgy, aerospace alloys, and chemical catalysts. Falls under HTS 8112.92.70.00 as vanadium powders that are unwrought and not pure metal. The powder form enables precise alloying in high-performance materials.
Vanadium Scrap from Steel Processing
Vanadium-bearing scrap recovered from vanadium-alloyed steel production, containing 20-50% vanadium in metallic form. Classified as vanadium waste and scrap under HTS 8112.92.70.00 for recycling into new alloys. This material supports circular economy practices in metallurgy.
Vanadium Pentoxide Reduction Scrap
Scrap vanadium metal generated from reducing vanadium pentoxide (V2O5) in electric arc furnaces, typically 60-90% vanadium content. Fits HTS 8112.92.70.00 as vanadium waste and scrap from chemical reduction processes. Recycled for ferrovanadium production.
Nitrogen-Bonded Vanadium Powder
Vanadium powder bonded with nitrogen for nitride formation, used in tool steels and wear-resistant coatings. Unwrought vanadium powder under HTS 8112.92.70.00, as alloy content <99% vanadium. Specialized for high-temperature applications.
Vanadium Recovery Sludge (Dried)
Dried metallic vanadium sludge from petrochemical fly ash recovery processes, ~40% vanadium yield. Classified as vanadium waste/scrap under HTS 8112.92.70.00 after solvent extraction and drying. Source for secondary vanadium production.