Forged Square Carbon Steel Bar 2x2 Inch from China
A forged square bar made from nonalloy steel, measuring 2 inches by 2 inches in cross-section, used in structural applications like machinery frames. It is classified under HTS 7214.10.00.00 because it is forged and not further worked beyond hot-rolling or extrusion, meeting the criteria for other bars and rods of iron or nonalloy steel. The forging process imparts superior strength without additional surface treatments.
Duty Rate — China → 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 of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the steel is nonalloy (less than 10% alloying elements) via mill test certificate to avoid reclassification; declare exact dimensions and forging process; watch for rust discoloration as no duty allowance is permitted per Chapter 72 notes