HS Code for High carbon ferromanganese

High carbon ferromanganese is classified under HS code 7202.11. This classification is based on the alloy's manganese and carbon content. According to the legal notes in Chapter 72, ferro-alloys are primary forms used in metallurgy. For a product to be classified under 7202.11, it must be a ferro-manganese alloy containing more than 2% carbon by weight. This material is essential in the steelmaking process, serving as a deoxidizer and desulfurizer, and is also used to add manganese to the steel to improve its strength and hardenability. The high carbon variety is the most common form of ferromanganese and is produced in blast furnaces or electric arc furnaces. The 2% carbon threshold is the legal dividing line between this code and the subheadings for medium or low carbon ferromanganese.

Products Included

• High carbon ferromanganese (HC FeMn) in lumps
• Ferromanganese slabs with > 2% carbon
• Ferromanganese briquettes for steel foundry use
• Standard grade high carbon ferromanganese

Common Misclassification

High carbon ferromanganese is frequently misclassified under HS code 7202.19, which is reserved for ferromanganese containing 2% or less carbon. Because the price and application of low-carbon ferromanganese differ, customs authorities scrutinize the carbon content closely. It should also not be confused with manganese ore (2602), which is the raw mineral before smelting, or with silicomanganese (7202.30), which contains a significant proportion of silicon in addition to manganese and iron.

FAQ

What is the HS code for High carbon ferromanganese?

The HS code for ferromanganese containing more than 2% carbon by weight is 7202.11.

What is the difference between 7202.11 and 7202.19?

The difference is the carbon content; 7202.11 is for alloys with more than 2% carbon, while 7202.19 is for those with 2% or less.