Vacuum Arc Remelted 321 Stainless Steel Flat Rod from China
Stabilized 321 stainless flat rod vacuum arc remelted for high-temperature exhaust systems, cold-finished. Classifies in HTS 7222.20.00.01 as remelted stainless bars not further worked. Titanium addition prevents carbide precipitation.
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
• Include heat treatment records showing cold-form only, no annealing/polishing
• Declare country of melt origin; remelting location affects qualification
• Watch for partial rust claims—chapter notes deny duty reductions