Forging Quality Steel Billet Rectangular from China
High-quality rectangular billet of nonalloy steel (<0.25% C), width/thickness <4:1, optimized for precision forging. HTS 7207.12.0010 due to semifinished rectangular non-square form. Used in automotive and machinery parts production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include forging quality certifications but emphasize semifinished status
• Monitor for any cladding or coating that constitutes 'further working' per notes
• Batch by exact dimensions to simplify ratio calculations