Cold-Rolled Steel Key Stock from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• 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