AISI 12L14 Leaded Free-Machining Steel Hex Bar from Mexico
Hot-extruded hexagonal bars of AISI 12L14 steel, containing lead for improved machinability in high-speed production. Falls under HTS 7214.30.00 for free-cutting nonalloy steel bars not further worked than hot-extruded. Ideal for fasteners and fittings requiring easy cutting.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Certify lead content and sulfur levels per ASTM A108 to prove free-cutting status
• Avoid shipments with any phosphatizing or oil coating, as that constitutes further working
• Use precise HTS for hex shape to match statistical reporting