Hastelloy C-276 Ingots from China
Hastelloy C-276 ingots are high-nickel alloy steel (Ni ~57%) primary forms resistant to corrosive environments like chemical processing. Classified under HTS 7224.90.00.05 for high-nickel alloy steel in ingot or primary forms. These are melted and cast shapes ready for remelting or forging.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%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
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
• Provide chemical analysis certificates confirming high-nickel content to Customs
• Declare exact form (ingot vs billet) accurately to prevent reclassification
• Avoid packaging that implies further working, which could trigger Chapter 72 note exclusions