AISI 439 Hot-Rolled Stainless Wire Rod from Germany
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 — Germany → 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
• 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