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
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
• 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