AISI 304 Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Round Bar from Japan
AISI 304 grade stainless steel round bar, hot-rolled with circular cross-section under 152.4 mm diameter and less than 8% nickel content (typically 8-10.5% but certified under threshold). Used in structural applications requiring corrosion resistance. Classifies under 7222.11.0057 as hot-rolled bars not further worked with specified dimensions and composition.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Provide mill test certificates confirming <8% nickel content and hot-rolled status to avoid reclassification
• Verify cross-sectional dimension <152.4mm; larger bars shift to different subheading
• No duty reduction for surface rust per Chapter 72 notes; ensure proper packaging