D2 Tool Steel Round Bar from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
10%
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
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