Hot-Rolled 304 Stainless Steel Round Bar from Mexico

A cylindrical bar made from 304 grade austenitic stainless steel, hot-rolled to precise dimensions without further surface working beyond hot-rolling. It falls under HTS 7222.19.00 as a bar and rod of stainless steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, and not classified as cold-formed or concrete reinforcing. Commonly used in general fabrication and structural applications requiring corrosion resistance.

Duty Rate — Mexico → 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 stainless steel grade certification (e.g

AISI 304) and chemical composition via mill test reports to confirm classification under stainless steel headings

Ensure dimensions and cross-section qualify as 'bars and rods' (not exceeding certain sizes for sections) and are not further worked per Chapter 72 notes