ASTM A706 Weldable Rebar #5 from China

Low-alloy steel rebar #5 (5/8" diameter) with deformed surface pattern per ASTM A706, designed for weldable applications in concrete reinforcement. Though low-alloy, classified as nonalloy under HTS 7214.20.00.00 when meeting concrete reinforcing bar specs with deformations from hot-rolling process.

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

Submit chemical composition certs confirming nonalloy status (< specified alloy limits); A706 may risk reclassification if alloy content exceeds

Label clearly as 'concrete reinforcing bars' with deformation details to prevent confusion with merchant bars