P20 Tool Steel Hot-Rolled Plate Bar
P20 tool steel hot-rolled plate bar, pre-hardened with chromium as per Chapter 72 note 1(e). Used for plastic molds. Classified under tariff item 7228.30.00 as a hot-rolled tool steel bar not further worked.
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 bar is forged
Forged bars are classified under a different subheading.
If the bar is further worked after hot-rolling
Further working such as machining or grinding excludes the product from this subheading.
If the steel is silico-manganese steel
Silico-manganese steel bars are classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the bar is not further worked than hot-rolled; any additional processing may change the classification
• Provide a mill certificate showing the P20 composition to support classification as tool steel
• Verify whether the product qualifies for preferential duty treatment
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