Hot-Rolled Square Steel Bar 1/2 inch
A 1/2 inch square cross-section bar made from nonalloy steel, produced via hot-rolling and not subjected to further working beyond twisting after rolling. It falls under HTS 7214.99.00 as other bars and rods of iron or nonalloy steel that are hot-rolled without additional processing like cold-drawing or surface treatments.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If forged rather than hot-rolled
Forged bars and rods of nonalloy steel fall under 7213, distinguished by manufacturing process from hot-rolled products in 7214.
If cold-drawn or ground after hot-rolling
Any cold-working or grinding constitutes 'further worked' per Chapter 72 notes, moving to 7215 from basic hot-rolled 7214.
If alloy steel composition exceeds nonalloy limits
Alloy steel bars (e.g., with specified chromium/manganese per notes) classify in Chapter 72 headings like 7228, not nonalloy 7214.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Verify the steel is nonalloy (less than 10% total alloying elements) via mill test certificate to avoid reclassification to Chapter 72 alloy steel headings
โข Confirm no 'further working' like polishing or coating per Chapter 72 notes; document hot-rolling process to prevent disputes
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