Rectangular Steel Ingot Low Carbon from China
Cast rectangular ingot of nonalloy steel under 0.25% carbon, with narrow width-to-thickness ratio less than 4:1, used as feedstock for extrusion or forging. HTS 7207.12.0010 applies to this non-square, non-slab geometry in semifinished form. Minimal working beyond casting keeps it semifinished.
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
• Submit entry with precise dimensions to CBP to validate width <4x thickness criterion
• Confirm no heat-resisting or tool steel elements per Chapter Note definitions
• Watch for rust/discoloration; no duty allowance per Chapter notes