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
10%
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
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