304 High-Strength Stainless Strip 2.5mm x 600mm
High-strength 304 stainless steel variant, hot-rolled strip measuring 2.5 mm in thickness and 600 mm in width, with a yield strength exceeding 355 MPa. Classified under tariff item 7218.91.00 as a semi-finished product of stainless steel with a rectangular cross-section, intended for structural components.
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 strip is further hot-rolled to a thickness of 3 mm or more but less than 4.75 mm and a width of 600 mm or more
Flat-rolled products of stainless steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, of a width of 600 mm or more, are classified in heading 7219.
If the strip is further hot-rolled to a thickness of less than 4.75 mm and a width of less than 600 mm
Flat-rolled products of stainless steel, of a width of less than 600 mm, not further worked than hot-rolled, fall under heading 7220.
If the cross-section is not rectangular (e.g., square or round)
Other semi-finished products of stainless steel, not of rectangular cross-section, are classified under this alternative tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is presented as a semi-finished item (not further worked than hot-rolled) to qualify for 7218.91.00
• Obtain a mill test certificate showing the chemical composition and mechanical properties to confirm the 304 grade and high-strength variant
• Consider whether the goods may qualify for preferential duty rates under a trade agreement
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