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Tool Steel L6 Stainless Billet from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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