SAE 1117 Free-Cutting Steel Rod from China
Hot-rolled rods of SAE 1117 steel with higher manganese and sulfur for free machining properties. HTS 7214.30.00 applies to these nonalloy free-cutting rods, hot-rolled or twisted after rolling, without further working. Common in shafting applications.
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
• Include heat treatment records showing no cold finishing
• Check for rust/discoloration claims, as note prohibits duty reductions
• Use CBP Form 7501 with detailed steel grade info