Hot-Rolled 304 Stainless Steel Round Bar from China
A 1-inch diameter round bar made from 304 grade stainless steel, containing approximately 8-10% nickel but certified under this subheading for specific low-nickel batch variants under 8%. It is hot-rolled and not further worked, used in structural applications like machinery frames. Falls under HTS 7222.19.0052 due to its hot-rolled form and nickel content specification.
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
• Obtain mill test certificate verifying nickel content below 8% by weight to avoid reclassification
• Ensure documentation specifies hot-rolled, not cold-finished process
• Watch for rust discoloration—no duty allowance per Chapter 72 notes