Tool Steel L6 Stainless Billet

Semi-finished billet of L6 tool steel variant meeting Chapter 72 tool steel definition with high chromium and tungsten for shock resistance. Classifies under HTS 7218.99.00.90 as other stainless semi-finished product. Used for making shear blades and drills.

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.

7228.70.30Same rate: 35%

If hot-rolled tool steel bars

Rolled tool steel products move to Chapter 72 worked bar headings.

7214.91.00Same rate: 35%

If not meeting tool steel spec

Failing tool steel element requirements defaults to alloy steel bars.

7208.25.30Same rate: 35%

If high-strength steel specs

If meeting high-strength steel note (yield ≥355 MPa), separate classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify elemental composition matching tool steel note (e.g

≥0.5% C, ≥5.5% W) for correct duty

Avoid any coating; 'further worked' per note includes metal/nonmetal coatings