L6 Tool Steel Round Rod
L6 tool steel round rod, a nickel-chromium-molybdenum alloy, qualifies as other alloy steel under Chapter 72. It is supplied in straight lengths with a solid round cross-section, used for aircraft parts and tools. The composition meets the definition of other alloy steel with sufficient carbon and alloying elements.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the rod is hot-rolled and in irregularly wound coils
Hot-rolled rods in coils are classified under a different heading.
If the product has a profile other than a bar
Angles, shapes, and sections are classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the rod is not in coil form, as that would classify it as wire
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm the alloy composition
• Verify if any safeguard measures apply to alloy steel imports
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