Bessemer Steel Converter from China
A large pear-shaped vessel used in steelmaking to convert pig iron into steel by blowing air through the molten metal to oxidize impurities. It falls under HTS 8454.10.00.00 as a converter specifically designed for metallurgical processes in steel production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify equipment meets metallurgical converter definitions per Chapter 84 notes to avoid misclassification as general machinery
• Provide detailed technical specs and end-use certification for steel foundries to support duty-free claims under certain FTAs
• Inspect for safety certifications like ASME pressure vessel standards, common pitfall in customs holds