Monel 400 Alloy Strip (Ni 65%)
Monel 400 alloy strip, 550 mm wide and 0.6 mm thick, with approximately 65% nickel and copper balance. Although Monel is a nickel-copper alloy, it is classified as stainless steel flat-rolled product under tariff item 7220.90.00 when it meets the stainless steel definition (chromium content of 10.5% or more), and the nickel content falls within the range for this subheading.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is classified as nickel alloy, not stainless steel
Nickel alloys are classified in Chapter 75, and Monel 400 with high nickel content may fall under heading 7506.
If the strip is not further worked than cold-rolled
Cold-rolled stainless steel strip under 600 mm wide falls under subheading 7220.20, not 7220.90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the chromium content is at least 10.5% to qualify as stainless steel under Chapter 72
• The nickel content of 65% exceeds the typical range for this subheading, so verify with a customs broker if the product should be classified elsewhere
• Keep detailed composition data to support the classification
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