SAE 1117 Free-Cutting Steel Rod from Germany
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 — Germany → 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
• 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