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Cold-Finished 304 Stainless Steel Round Bar

A 304-grade stainless steel round bar produced by cold-forming or cold-finishing processes, featuring a smooth surface and precise dimensions. It falls under HTS 7222.20.00 as it is a stainless steel bar not further worked beyond cold-finishing, without additional surface treatments like polishing or coating. Commonly used in machinery and structural applications requiring corrosion resistance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7222.11.00Same rate: 35%

If hot-rolled rather than cold-formed

Hot-rolled stainless steel bars fall under 7222.11 before cold-finishing, changing the classification based on processing stage.

7222.30.00Same rate: 35%

If further worked with polishing or coating

Any additional surface treatment beyond cold-finishing, as defined in Chapter 72 notes, moves it to further worked category.

7306.50.50Higher: 75% vs 35%

If manufactured into welded structural profiles

Post-cold-finishing fabrication into welded angles or sections for construction shifts to Chapter 73 articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the cold-forming process certification to distinguish from hot-rolled bars under 7222.11

Provide mill test reports confirming stainless steel composition and no further working like coating

Avoid misclassification as tool steel if alloy elements exceed definitions in Chapter 72 notes