SAE 1144 Stressproof Free-Cutting Steel Coil from China
High-manganese SAE 1144 free-cutting steel in hot-rolled irregular coils, stress-relieved for improved fatigue resistance. Classifies under HTS 7213.20.0080 for other free-cutting nonalloy compositions. Used for axles, bolts, and machinery components requiring strength and machinability.
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
• Verify manganese content (1.35-1.65%) supports stressproof free-cutting designation
• Ensure no heat treatment beyond hot-rolling to maintain basic heading classification
• Document coil diameter and weight to confirm irregularly wound bar/rod form