Cast Iron Ladles for Steel Foundry Pouring from Japan
Large-capacity cast iron ladles used to transport and pour molten steel into ingot molds in steel foundries, featuring lip-pouring designs for precision. Built for high-temperature metallurgy operations. Classified in HTS 8454.20.00 as ladles for metal foundries.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify capacity over 500kg and refractory lining to confirm foundry ladle status
• Avoid misdeclaration as general cast iron under 7325 by specifying metallurgical use
• Inspect for safety certifications like ASME for high-temp vessel compliance