AISI 304 Stainless Steel Billet
A square solid section of AISI 304 stainless steel, typically 100-150 mm across, used as a primary input for forging or rolling into bars and sheets. It is a semi-finished product of stainless steel, not further worked, classified under tariff item 7218.99.00 as 'Other' semi-finished stainless steel.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the billet is hot-rolled into bars or rods
Bars and rods of stainless steel are classified under heading 72.22.
If the billet is rolled into flat-rolled products in coils
Flat-rolled products of stainless steel fall under heading 72.19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the billet is not further worked than cast or roughly shaped to qualify for this tariff item
• Provide a mill test certificate confirming 304 composition (18% Cr, 8% Ni) for CBSA
• Verify the cross-section dimensions to distinguish from bars or rods
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