Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon

HS v2017 Code: 720219

About ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon

HS code 720219 covers ferro-manganese, a critical ferro-alloy used in the production of steel. Ferro-manganese is an essential ingredient in the steel-making process, helping to improve the strength, hardness, and corrosion resistance of the final product. As a key component in the global steel industry, this ferro-alloy plays a vital role in supporting the broader manufacturing and construction sectors.

Production process

Ferro-manganese is produced by smelting manganese ore with carbon sources, such as coke or charcoal, in a high-temperature electric furnace. The carbon content is carefully controlled to ensure the final product meets the 2% or less specification outlined in the HS code. The molten ferro-manganese is then cast into ingots or crushed into smaller pieces for easier handling and transportation.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ferro-manganese under HS code 720219 include manganese ore, carbon sources (coke or charcoal), and electricity to power the high-temperature smelting process. Specialized furnaces and casting equipment are also essential for the manufacturing of this ferro-alloy.

Production outputs

Ferro-manganese produced under HS code 720219 is primarily consumed by the steel industry, where it is used as an alloying element to improve the properties of steel. The output from this industry may be further processed and consumed under other HS codes, such as 7207 Semifinished products of iron or non-alloy steel, 7208 Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated, and 7213 Bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, of iron or non-alloy steel.

Revisions to 720219

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 720219. The most recent 1 version of this code (720219) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 720219 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less 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/v2017/720219'>720219: Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720211'>720211: Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight more than 2% 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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