13C26 Stainless Razor Blade Steel

High-carbon 13C26 stainless steel strip, cold-rolled to ≤0.25 mm thickness and <300 mm width, with controlled chromium ≤14.7% for optimal razor edge retention. Classified under HTS 7220.20.80.00 due to its certification for razor blade manufacturing. Not further worked beyond cold-reduction, matching chapter note (d).

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.

7222.40.30Same rate: 35%

If further worked (e.g., coated or polished)

Any surface treatment like coating or polishing moves it to heading 7222 for worked stainless bars and rods.

7220.20.90Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If not certified for razor blade use

Lacks specific certification, defaults to other cold-rolled stainless steel shapes under 300 mm.

7219.32.00.05Same rate: 35%

If width <600 mm but not stainless

Non-stainless cold-rolled steel strips go to 7219, changing chapter due to alloy composition.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit entry documents with end-use certification specifying razor blade application to comply with U.S. note (d)

Measure width and thickness precisely post-cold-rolling; tolerances can trigger reclassification

Retain chemical analysis certificates proving Cr ≤14.7% to distinguish from higher chromium stainless grades