316L Stainless Steel Bloom from Germany
Semi-finished rectangular stainless steel bloom of 316L grade (16-18% Cr, 10-14% Ni, low carbon), typically 200x200mm cross-section, for further hot working into plates or structural shapes. HTS 7218.99.00 covers other stainless semi-finished products beyond specific forms like ingots. Used in chemical processing equipment due to corrosion resistance.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Certify molybdenum content for 316L grade to justify classification; ensure product is not further worked (e.g
• no polishing) per Chapter 72 note; common pitfall is misdeclaring as universal mill plate under different rates