Alloy 254 SMO Steel Plate from China
Super austenitic stainless steel plate with 18% nickel and 2.5% molybdenum, under 600 mm wide for marine applications. HTS 7220.90.0010 applies to its flat-rolled stainless form, mid-range nickel, and precise molybdenum content per U.S. notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%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
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 detailed chemical composition certificates highlighting molybdenum 1.5-5%
• No duty allowance for pre-entry rust per chapter notes—ensure clean condition
• Document exact width to stay under 600 mm threshold