Rectangular Steel Ingot Low Carbon from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
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