17-4 PH Precipitation Hardening Stainless Coil from Germany
17-4 PH martensitic precipitation hardening stainless hot-rolled bars/rods in coils for aerospace fasteners. HTS 7221.00.00.75 for other hot-rolled stainless; PH treatment post-import, basic form matches irregular coil spec. Balances strength and corrosion resistance.
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
• Specify as-supplied condition; age-hardening done domestically doesn't affect classification
• Confirm martensitic structure doesn't qualify as tool steel per note (e)
• AD/CVD risks high for PH grades from Asia - verify country of melt/pour