Duplex 2205 Stainless Steel Square Billet

Duplex 2205 (UNS S31803) stainless steel square billet under 232 cm² cross-section, offering high strength and corrosion resistance for oil & gas applications. HTS 7218.99.0015 applies to these semi-finished square-section stainless products before hot working. Used in piping and pressure vessels.

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.

7218.99.00Same rate: 35%

If round or other non-square cross-section

Only square cross-section semi-finished stainless uses 7218.99.0015; circular moves to other 7218.99 subheadings

7222.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If considered angle, shapes or sections

Semi-finished products resembling angles or special profiles classify under 7222.40 for stainless

7214.91.00Same rate: 35%

If forged rather than rolled

Forged stainless bars/rods, even semi-finished, may fall under 7214 if hot-worked by forging process

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify duplex microstructure via ferrite/austenite balance tests; document exact cross-sectional area with diagrams; segregate from carbon steel to prevent mix-classification