Type 316L Stainless Steel Cold-Rolled Coil 3.5mm from China

Cold-rolled stainless steel coil of 3.5mm thickness, 700mm width, containing 10-14% nickel and 2-3% molybdenum for enhanced corrosion resistance. Classified under HTS 7219.32.0036 due to its specific composition, cold-rolled state without further working, coil form, and thickness range of 3-4.75mm. Used primarily in marine and chemical processing equipment.

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

Provide mill test certificates verifying nickel >0.5% and molybdenum 1.5-5% by weight to confirm classification

Ensure product meets 'not further worked than cold-rolled' criteria; any polishing or coating shifts to 7219.90

Avoid rust/discoloration claims as Chapter 72 notes deny duty reductions for such damage before entry