Sourcing Ferromolybdenum from China

Ferromolybdenum duty and classification

Heading 7202 covers ferro-alloys. Ferromolybdenum has the specific commodity code 7202 70 00 00. The supplied tariff data contains only this ferromolybdenum line, so the table shows that line alone. For wider heading context, see our ferrochrome guide.

Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 1 October 2026, ferromolybdenum from China carried 0% duty. The supplied record lists no anti-dumping or countervailing duty, suspension, steel measure or attached import control for this line. This tariff record does not settle chemical registration responsibilities.

Confirm the commodity code using the alloy composition and product description before shipment. Use the UK import duty and VAT guide when checking the landed tax calculation.

Molybdenum analysis, impurities and lump size

Specify the molybdenum content and contractual limits for carbon, phosphorus, sulphur, silicon and aluminium. State the permitted lump size and fines content, packaging, net weight and batch identification. Ask for a batch certificate of analysis rather than accepting a typical composition sheet.

Agree sampling at loading and arrival, sample preparation, sealed retained samples and the independent laboratory whose result settles a dispute. Specify whether acceptance and payment depend on the supplier certificate or independent analysis.

Before a first import, assess whether UK REACH registration is required for the substances being imported. Registration is per substance and per legal entity. Ask your chemical compliance adviser to assess the alloy composition and your import arrangements.

Worked duty example

Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative order of 1 tonne of ferromolybdenum under 7202 70 00 00, invoiced at £30,000 free on board, with £2,500 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £32,500. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £32,500, so it is £6,500. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.

Inspection checklist

Analysis: compare independent batch results with the agreed molybdenum content and impurity limits.

Size: screen a representative sample for lump size and fines against the purchase specification.

Traceability: match package batch marks, certificates and retained samples; investigate mixed or unidentified material.

Condition and weight: check packaging damage, moisture, contamination and net weight before releasing the lot.

What goes wrong

A certificate can describe the offered grade without representing the delivered batch. Low molybdenum content changes the amount needed in the melt, while excess impurities can undermine the intended steel chemistry. Mixed batches make a disputed result difficult to trace.

Excess fines and damaged packaging can cause handling losses. Agree rejection, resampling and dispute procedures before ordering, and quarantine a suspect lot while its analysis is checked. Plan quality inspection around sampling and laboratory results, rather than appearance alone.

Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For repeat volumes, see container programmes.