Vacuum Arc Remelted 321 Stainless Steel Flat Rod from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
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