AISI 1117 Free-Cutting Steel Flat Bar Cold-Formed from China
Flat bar stock of AISI 1117 resulfurized free-cutting steel, cold-formed to 1/2 x 3 inch dimensions. HTS 7215.10.0080 covers this nonalloy steel with sulfur additions for machinability, not subjected to surface treatments beyond cold-finishing. Ideal for shafting and pins.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%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
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'free-cutting steel' with sulfur percentage to prevent examination delays
• Ensure no protective coatings applied, as coating equals 'further worked' treatment
• Verify import licenses for steel quotas if originating from quota countries