Ferro-alloys; ferro-molybdenum

HS v2017 Code: 720270

About ferro-alloys; ferro-molybdenum

HS code 720270 covers ferro-molybdenum, a critical ferro-alloy used in the production of various steel and cast iron products. Ferro-molybdenum is an essential ingredient in the manufacture of high-strength, heat-resistant, and corrosion-resistant alloy steels, which are widely used in the automotive, aerospace, and construction industries. This ferro-alloy plays a vital role in enhancing the mechanical properties and performance of these crucial materials, making it an integral component of the global industrial landscape.

Production process

Ferro-molybdenum is typically produced through the reduction of molybdenum oxide with a carbon-containing reductant, such as coke or charcoal, in an electric or blast furnace. The molten ferro-alloy is then cast into ingots or crushed into smaller pieces for further processing and distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ferro-molybdenum include molybdenum ore, a carbon-based reductant, and energy sources such as electricity or natural gas to power the smelting process. Additionally, specialized furnaces and casting equipment are necessary to efficiently convert the raw materials into the final ferro-alloy product.

Production outputs

Ferro-molybdenum is primarily consumed by the steel industry, where it is used as an alloying element to enhance the strength, hardness, and corrosion resistance of various steel products. The output of HS code 720270 may be further processed and incorporated into the production of 720211 Ferro-manganese, 720221 Ferro-silicon, and 720229 Ferro-chromium, among other ferro-alloys, which are essential inputs for the manufacturing of high-performance steel and cast iron goods.

Revisions to 720270

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 720270. The most recent 1 version of this code (720270) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 720270 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for ferro-alloys; ferro-molybdenum

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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/v2017/720270'>720270: Ferro-alloys; ferro-molybdenum</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/v2017/720219'>720219: Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720221'>720221: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720229'>720229: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silicon, containing by weight 55% or less of silicon</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720230'>720230: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silico-manganese</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720241'>720241: Ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight more than 4% of carbon</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720249'>720249: Ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight 4% or less of carbon</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720250'>720250: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silico-chromium</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720260'>720260: Ferro-alloys; ferro-nickel</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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