Water Atomized Steel Powder for MIM Feedstock from Japan
Water-atomized 316L stainless substitute powder for Metal Injection Molding (MIM) of precision components. While stainless-like composition, classified as 'other' steel powder under 7205.29.00.00 if not meeting exact stainless criteria. 15-45 micron size for MIM processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit full chemical analysis to confirm stainless threshold (10.5%+ Cr required),Declare flow rate and packing density specs typical for MIM processing,Document pre-alloyed vs. admixed powder type affecting classification