409 Stainless Steel Automotive Strip 1.2mm x 1,000mm from Japan
Ferritic 409 stainless hot-rolled strip optimized for exhaust systems, 1.2mm thick x 1,000mm wide (ratio>4). Classifies in 7218.91.00.60 for wide rectangular semi-finished stainless products. Lower chromium content makes it cost-effective for automotive use.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Automotive end-use doesn't change classification; declare as semi-finished material only
• Check for universal mill plate criteria if 4-1250mm wide and ≥4mm thick (note b), but this is thinner
• Mill edge condition acceptable; trimmed edges may affect statistical reporting