Cold Heading Quality (CHQ) Wire Rod 5.5mm for Fasteners from Japan
Hot-rolled CHQ steel wire rod in irregularly wound coils, 5.5mm diameter, circular cross section under 14mm, not tempered or treated. Meets statistical note 6 specs for cold heading quality with specific chemistry for screw/bolt production. Used as feedstock for cold forging fasteners.
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
• Verify statistical note 6 certification at entry for CHQ chemistry specs
• Provide mill test reports confirming diameter <14mm and hot-rolled condition
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain origins