Advanced High-Strength Steel for EV Battery Trays from Japan
1.9 mm electrolytic zinc-coated AHSS sheet (1,350 mm wide, 780 MPa yield strength). For electric vehicle underbody battery enclosures. Lightweight high-strength with fire/corrosion resistance.
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
• Battery safety certifications strengthen entries; track IRA content requirements
• Ultra-high strength needs extensive mill testing proof