JIS S45C Free-Cutting Variant Steel Rod from United States
A modified S45C steel rod with free-machining additives, hot-rolled into rod form. It is classified under tariff item 7214.30.00 as other free-cutting steel rods, not further worked than hot-rolled. The additives enhance machinability for die and tool applications, meeting the free-cutting steel criteria.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
50%
Rate breakdown
26SUR5050%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 50% on US products
Import Tips
• Verify that the free-machining additives (e.g
• sulphur, lead) meet the Chapter 72 thresholds for free-cutting steel
• Provide a detailed chemical analysis to support classification
• Ensure the rod is not further worked beyond hot rolling