304 Stainless Steel Billets from Japan
Cylindrical or square primary cast forms of grade 304 stainless steel, used as input for extrusion or forging. HTS 7218.10.00.00 covers these as 'other primary forms' of stainless steel before hot-rolling into usable shapes. Not further worked per chapter definition (no polishing or coating).
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Include chemical analysis reports confirming 18% chromium/8% nickel composition; Weight and dimensions must match primary form criteria (not semi-finished); Beware of rust discoloration—no duty allowance per chapter note