A2 Tool Steel Square Billet from Japan
A2 tool steel square billet is a semi-finished product with a square cross-section, width/thickness ratio under 4:1, primarily for forging into punches and shear blades. It is classified under tariff item 7224.90.00 as other alloy steel semi-finished products, given its tool steel composition.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the billet is not further worked than hot-rolled or forged, as additional processing may alter classification
• Provide a mill certificate showing the tool steel composition (e.g
• chromium content) to support classification
• Verify the dimensions meet the semi-finished product definition under Chapter 72