304 Stainless Steel Cold-Rolled Sheet 0.8mm Thick 50mm Wide from Japan
A 304 austenitic stainless steel sheet cold-rolled to 0.8 mm thickness and 50 mm width, without additional processing beyond cold-reduction. Classified under HTS 7220.20.70.80 due to stainless steel composition, width <300 mm, and thickness in the 0.25-1.25 mm range as 'other' product. Ideal for kitchen equipment components and hardware.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Submit chemical analysis reports proving 304 stainless steel grade to avoid misclassification as tool steel or other alloys
• Measure width precisely before entry; exceeding 300 mm shifts to 7220.20.90 subheading
• No duty allowance for rust or discoloration per Chapter 72 note; ensure proper packaging during transit