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Machine Parts Billet Low Carbon Rectangular

A special rectangular low-carbon non-alloy steel billet with a width less than four times its thickness, used for machining or forging machine components. It is a semi-finished product that provides a clean starting material for further processing. This tariff item covers such semi-finished products with a rectangular cross-section.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7207.20.00Same rate: Free

If carbon content is 0.25% or more

Semi-finished products with higher carbon content are classified under this alternative.

7228.50.00Same rate: Free

If the billet is of alloy steel

Alloy steel bars and rods, not further worked than hot-rolled, are classified in heading 7228.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the billet has not been machined or otherwise worked beyond semi-finished state

• Prepare documentation showing the non-alloy composition and carbon content under 0.25% for CBSA

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