Low-Nickel 304NG Stainless Square Rod

'304NG' next-generation low-nickel (6-7%) square rod, 170 mm section, substituting standard 304. HTS 7222.30.00.82 captures these economical stainless alternatives.

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%

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7208.51.00Same rate: 35%

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