Alvan 80/20 Master Alloy Ingots from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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