AISI 439 Hot-Rolled Stainless Wire Rod from China
AISI 439 stainless steel hot-rolled rods in coils, circular cross section <14 mm, containing less than 0.5% nickel. Precisely classified in HTS 7221.00.0017 as stainless steel, hot-rolled in irregular coils, other category, small diameter, low nickel content. Suited for tubing and architectural applications.
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
• Use independent lab assays if mill certs lack precise nickel quantification to prevent CBP disputes
• Document hot-rolled origin—further processing like annealing may qualify as 'further worked'
• Beware bulk vs retail packaging; no impact here but sets precedent for assembled products