321 Stainless Steel Cold-Rolled Rod 11mm from Mexico
Cold-rolled 321 stabilized stainless steel round rod containing 9-12% nickel, 11 mm diameter under 18 mm. HTS 7222.20.0043 covers this cold-finished bar for high-temperature exhaust systems and weld decay resistance.
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
• Distinguish cold-rolled from hot-rolled via surface finish and microstructure documentation
• Titanium-stabilized 321 must still meet nickel % threshold; don't confuse with tool steel notes
• For lots over 1000kg, consider quota implications if applicable to stainless imports