AISI 12L14 Free-Machining Steel Coil
Irregularly wound hot-rolled coils of AISI 12L14 leaded free-cutting steel, containing small amounts of lead for superior machinability. Classified under HTS 7213.20.00 for nonalloy free-cutting steel in coil form per Chapter 72 notes. Used extensively for precision turned parts like bushings and fittings.
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If not qualifying as free-cutting per U.S. note definitions
Standard hot-rolled carbon steel coils without sulfur/lead additions for machinability fall under concrete reinforcing or other categories.
If further worked with surface treatments like coating
Chapter note defines 'further worked' products (coated, painted, clad) as moving out of basic hot-rolled headings.
If imported in straight lengths under 14mm diameter
Small diameter flat-rolled products may shift to different coil classifications outside bar/rod headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare lead content explicitly (0.15-0.35%) as it defines free-machining properties; obtain supplier certification matching AISI 12L14 specs; watch for undervaluation penalties on high-volume machinery steel imports
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