Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight more than 2% of carbon

HS v2017 Code: 720211

About ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight more than 2% of carbon

HS code 720211 covers ferro-manganese, a critical ferro-alloy used in the production of steel. Ferro-manganese is an essential ingredient in the steel-making process, enhancing the strength, hardness, and corrosion resistance of the final product. As a key component in the steel industry, which is a fundamental pillar of the global economy, the ferro-manganese industry plays a vital role in supporting a wide range of manufacturing and infrastructure activities.

Production process

Ferro-manganese is primarily produced through the smelting of manganese ore and carbon-rich materials, such as coke or coal, in a high-temperature electric arc furnace. The raw materials are carefully measured and charged into the furnace, where the intense heat causes the manganese to be reduced and combined with the carbon, forming the desired ferro-manganese alloy. The molten ferro-manganese is then tapped from the furnace and cast into various shapes, such as ingots or briquettes, for further processing or distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ferro-manganese under HS code 720211 include manganese ore, carbon-rich materials (coke or coal), and electricity to power the electric arc furnaces. Specialized equipment, such as furnaces, casting molds, and material handling systems, are also essential for the efficient and safe production of this ferro-alloy.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 720211 is ferro-manganese, which is then consumed by the steel industry as a key alloying element. The ferro-manganese produced under this code is typically used in the manufacture of 720810 Carbon steel in coils, not further worked than hot-rolled, 721011 Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, clad, plated or coated, and 722530 Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, among other steel products.

Revisions to 720211

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 720211. The most recent 1 version of this code (720211) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 720211 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight more than 2% of carbon

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7202'>7202: Ferro-alloys</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720211'>720211: Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight more than 2% of carbon</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720219'>720219: Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720221'>720221: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720229'>720229: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silicon, containing by weight 55% or less of silicon</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720230'>720230: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silico-manganese</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720241'>720241: Ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight more than 4% of carbon</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720249'>720249: Ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight 4% or less of carbon</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720250'>720250: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silico-chromium</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720260'>720260: Ferro-alloys; ferro-nickel</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720270'>720270: Ferro-alloys; ferro-molybdenum</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720280'>720280: Ferro-alloys; ferro-tungsten and ferro-silico-tungsten</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720291'>720291: Ferro-alloys; ferro-titanium and ferro-silico-titanium</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720292'>720292: Ferro-alloys; ferro-vanadium</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720293'>720293: Ferro-alloys; ferro-niobium</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720299'>720299: Ferro-alloys; n.e.c. in heading no. 7202</a>"]

    

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