Ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight 4% or less of carbon

HS v2022 Code: 720249

About ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight 4% or less of carbon

HS code 720249 covers ferro-chromium, a critical ferro-alloy used in the production of stainless steel and other high-performance alloys. As a key input for the steel industry, ferro-chromium plays a vital role in the global manufacturing supply chain, contributing to the development of a wide range of products, from automobiles and construction materials to household appliances and medical equipment.

Production process

Ferro-chromium is primarily produced through the smelting of chromite ore in an electric arc furnace. The ore is combined with carbon sources, such as coke or charcoal, and fluxing agents, then heated to extremely high temperatures to extract the chromium content. The molten ferro-chromium is then cast into ingots or crushed into smaller pieces for further processing and distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of ferro-chromium under HS code 720249 include chromite ore, carbon sources (coke or charcoal), and various fluxing agents, such as limestone or silica. Additionally, the process requires significant amounts of electricity to power the electric arc furnaces used in the smelting operation. Specialized equipment, including furnaces, casting molds, and crushing machinery, are also essential for the efficient production of this ferro-alloy.

Production outputs

Ferro-chromium produced under HS code 720249 is a key input for the steel industry, particularly in the manufacture of 720221 stainless steel and other high-alloy steels. These specialized steel products are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 870323 automotive, 730890 construction, and 841430 household appliances, among others.

Revisions to 720249

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 720249. The most recent 1 version of this code (720249) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 720249.

Family tree for ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight 4% or less of carbon

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7202'>7202: Ferro-alloys</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720249'>720249: Ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight 4% or less of carbon</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720211'>720211: Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight more than 2% of carbon</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720219'>720219: Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720221'>720221: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720229'>720229: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silicon, containing by weight 55% or less of silicon</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720230'>720230: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silico-manganese</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720241'>720241: Ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight more than 4% of carbon</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720250'>720250: Ferro-alloys; ferro-silico-chromium</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720260'>720260: Ferro-alloys; ferro-nickel</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720270'>720270: Ferro-alloys; ferro-molybdenum</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720280'>720280: Ferro-alloys; ferro-tungsten and ferro-silico-tungsten</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720291'>720291: Ferro-alloys; ferro-titanium and ferro-silico-titanium</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720292'>720292: Ferro-alloys; ferro-vanadium</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720293'>720293: Ferro-alloys; ferro-niobium</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720299'>720299: Ferro-alloys; n.e.c. in heading no. 7202</a>"]

    

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