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M42 Cobalt-Bearing High-Speed Steel Coil Stock

M42 is a cobalt-bearing high-speed steel supplied as hot-rolled rods in irregularly wound coils. The cobalt addition enhances red hardness, making it ideal for heavy-duty taps and dies that operate at high temperatures. This product falls under tariff item 7227.10.00 because it is a high-speed steel bar or rod.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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7228.10.00Same rate: Free

If the M42 steel is imported as straight bars or rods.

Straight high-speed steel bars are classified under heading 7228.

7229.90.00Same rate: Free

If the M42 steel is in wire form.

High-speed steel wire falls under heading 7229.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify that the M42 grade contains the required elements for high-speed steel classification, including cobalt as an additional alloying element

• Provide a certificate of analysis showing carbon, chromium, molybdenum, tungsten, and vanadium percentages

• Ensure the product is in irregularly wound coils, not straight lengths, to qualify under this item

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