304 Stainless Steel Billets from Japan
Primary cast billets of grade 304 stainless steel, an austenitic alloy containing approximately 18% chromium and 8% nickel. These semi-finished forms are used as input for further hot-working such as extrusion or forging into finished steel products. They are classified under tariff item 7218.10.00 as 'other primary forms' of stainless steel, not yet rolled or shaped into semi-finished products.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the billets are in primary cast form and have not been hot-rolled or further worked, as that would shift classification to semi-finished products under 7218.91 or 7218.99
• Provide a mill certificate showing the chemical composition to confirm the 304 grade and stainless steel definition (≥10.5% chromium)
• Be aware that anti-dumping or countervailing duties may apply to stainless steel from certain countries; check the CBSA's measures in force before shipping