0.25% Carbon Threshold Billet
Precision-controlled carbon steel billets with a carbon content of exactly 0.25% by weight. These are semifinished products of non-alloy steel, classified under tariff item 7207.20.00 as they meet the minimum carbon threshold.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the carbon content is below 0.25%
Semifinished products of iron or non-alloy steel containing less than 0.25% carbon fall under this item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the carbon content is verified by a mill certificate to confirm it meets the 0.25% threshold
• Declare the product as semifinished non-alloy steel to avoid misclassification
• Check if the billet is subject to any trade remedies or safeguards
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