VAR Inconel 718 Equivalent Stainless Rod from Germany
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 — Germany → 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
• 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