Steel Pouring Ladle for Foundry from Japan
A large-capacity steel ladle designed for transporting and pouring molten metal in iron and steel foundries. It features reinforced handles and a refractory-lined interior to withstand high temperatures during metal casting operations. Classified under HTS 8454.20.00.80 as a ladle specifically used in metallurgy for handling molten metal.
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
• Verify the ladle is designed exclusively for molten metal handling with refractory lining documentation to confirm HTS 8454 classification
• Include foundry usage certificates and material specs in import docs to avoid misclassification as general machinery
• Check for anti-dumping duties on steel components from specific countries like China