Cold-Rolled Steel Key Stock

Cold-rolled flat bar stock of nonalloy steel (<0.25% C), 6 mm thick x 50 mm wide (cross-section ~300 mm² <76 mm equivalent), used for machine keyways. HTS 7215.50.0016 applies to cold-formed rectangular cross-section bars under 76 mm. Low carbon provides machinability for key cutting.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7213.91.30Same rate: 35%

If supplied in hot-rolled condition

Bars and rods before cold-forming stage classify under hot-rolled headings 7213.

7215.50.00Same rate: 35%

If silicon content exceeds 0.6% by weight

Higher silicon nonalloy steel moves to separate statistical suffix.

7228.70.30Same rate: 35%

If alloy angles/shapes rather than bars

Alloy steel in angle, U/I/W shapes classifies differently from bars in 7228.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Calculate equivalent cross-sectional area for non-round shapes to confirm <76 mm classification limit

Include precise width/thickness measurements in commercial invoice and packing list

Separate from any pre-cut keys to avoid classification as finished articles under 7326