A6 Tool Steel Bar Stock
A6 tool steel bar stock, an air-hardening grade with about 0.7% carbon and 1% chromium, falls under other alloy steel bars. It is supplied in straight lengths with a solid cross-section, suitable for forming and blanking tools. The composition meets the definition of other alloy steel in Chapter 72.
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 has been cold-formed after hot-rolling
Cold-formed bars and rods of other alloy steel are classified under a separate tariff item.
If the product is an angle, shape, or section
Products with a non-uniform cross-section are classified as angles, shapes, or sections.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the bar is not cold-formed, as cold-formed bars may be classified elsewhere
• Keep documentation of the steel's alloy composition for customs verification
• Check for any applicable safeguard measures on alloy steel imports
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