D2 Tool Steel Round Bar from China
A high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel bar conforming to AISI D2 specifications, used for making cutting tools and dies. Classified under HTS 7224.90.0035 as a semi-finished product of tool steel (per U.S. note (e), containing >1.2% carbon and >10.5% chromium) in primary form, not further worked beyond basic shaping.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
Import Tips
• Provide mill test certificates confirming tool steel composition per U.S
• Note (e) to avoid reclassification
• Ensure product is in ingot, primary, or semi-finished form (not further worked like polished or coated)
• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as stainless steel, which shifts to Chapter 72 headings 7222-7223