VAR Inconel 718 Equivalent Stainless Rod from China
Vacuum arc remelted high-strength stainless rod similar to Inconel 718 chemistry, hot-extruded for gas turbine blades. Under HTS 7222.19.00.01 as other stainless bars/rods via VAR, not further worked. Delivers creep resistance at high temperatures.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify alloy remains 'stainless steel' (10.5%+ Cr); high-Ni may tempt 72.25 superalloy classification
• Document hot-extruded state; any cold drawing shifts to 7222.40 or 7225
• Aerospace end-use may trigger ITAR—check export controls beyond tariff