SAE 12L14 Leaded Free-Cutting Steel Rod
Hot-drawn round rod of SAE 12L14 steel with lead addition for superior machinability, nonalloy composition. HTS 7214.30.00.80 covers other free-cutting steel rods hot-extruded or drawn, not further worked. Commonly used for precision turned parts.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If twisted after rolling with deformations for concrete
Twisted reinforcing rods per note (c) go to 7213.91, separate from free-cutting.
If tool steel alloy composition
Meeting tool steel definitions (e.g., high Cr/C) reclassifies to alloy Chapter 72 headings.
If forged rather than hot-rolled
Forged bars/rods have separate heading 7214.10 from hot-rolled/hot-drawn.
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Import Tips & Compliance
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• Document lead content (0.15-0.35%) in material certs for free-cutting verification; 2
• Inspect for rust/discoloration—no duty allowance per chapter note; 3
• Confirm hot-drawn process to stay in 7214 vs cold-finished
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