Low-Nickel 439 Stainless Steel Round Bar

439 ferritic stainless round bar (<0.5% Ni), hot-drawn 50mm diameter circular cross-section for appliance trim. Corrosion-resistant without molybdenum. Under 7222.11.0057 for size/composition.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7222Same rate: 35%

If rectangular (not circular) cross-section

Non-circular hot-rolled bars have separate subheading.

7213Lower: 10% vs 35%

If razor blade steel per US Note (d)

Specialized thin strip steel for blades uses different provisions.

8479.89.95Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If machined into machine parts

Further fabrication into components shifts to machinery classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label shipments clearly as 'hot-rolled stainless bar' per HTS description

Sample testing recommended for nickel verification at high-volume ports

Avoid mixed shipments with higher nickel grades to prevent commingling issues

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