Bottom-Pouring Ladle for Steel Casting from Japan
Bottom-pouring ladle enabling controlled molten steel flow through bottom nozzle into molds, reducing oxidation. Used in continuous casting operations with specialized refractory plug system. Fits HTS 8454.20.00.80 for metallurgical foundry ladles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
• Document bottom-pouring mechanism details to distinguish from standard lip-pouring ladles
• Include nozzle and stopper rod compatibility specs in technical data sheet
• Pre-verify with CBP ruling for custom bottom designs to avoid delays