HS Heading 7202 : Ferroalloys
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 7202 encompasses ferroalloys. It classifies 15 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 72 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 7202
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7202.11 | Ferroalloys, Ferromanganese, Containing by weight more than 2 percent of carbon | 72 | View 7202.11 Package → |
| 7202.19 | Ferroalloys, Ferromanganese, Other | 72 | View 7202.19 Package → |
| 7202.21 | Ferroalloys, Ferrosilicon, Containing by weight more than 55 percent of silicon | 72 | View 7202.21 Package → |
| 7202.29 | Ferroalloys, Ferrosilicon, Other | 72 | View 7202.29 Package → |
| 7202.30 | Ferroalloys, Ferrosilicon manganese | 72 | View 7202.30 Package → |
| 7202.41 | Ferroalloys, Ferrochromium, Containing by weight more than 4 percent of carbon | 72 | View 7202.41 Package → |
| 7202.49 | Ferroalloys, Ferrochromium, Other | 72 | View 7202.49 Package → |
| 7202.50 | Ferroalloys, Ferrosilicon chromium | 72 | View 7202.50 Package → |
| 7202.60 | Ferroalloys, Ferronickel | 72 | View 7202.60 Package → |
| 7202.70 | Ferroalloys, Ferromolybdenum | 72 | View 7202.70 Package → |
| 7202.80 | Ferroalloys, Ferrotungsten and ferrosilicon tungsten | 72 | View 7202.80 Package → |
| 7202.91 | Ferroalloys, Other, Ferrotitanium and ferrosilicon titanium | 72 | View 7202.91 Package → |
| 7202.92 | Ferroalloys, Other, Ferrovanadium | 72 | View 7202.92 Package → |
| 7202.93 | Ferroalloys, Other, Ferroniobium | 72 | View 7202.93 Package → |
| 7202.99 | Ferroalloys, Other, Other | 72 | View 7202.99 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 7202
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 7202 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 7202 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 7202 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 7202?
HS Heading 7202 covers Ferroalloys, grouping 15 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 7202?
Subheadings under Heading 7202 range from 7202.11 to 7202.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 7202?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 7202 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 7202?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 7202?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 7202?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 7202 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 7202?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 7202?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 7202?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.