AISI 439 Hot-Rolled Stainless Wire Rod from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

10%

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

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