42CrMo4 Alloy Steel Round Semi-Finished Billet from Japan
42CrMo4 grade alloy steel billet with precise circular cross section, in semi-finished form for machining into mechanical components. HTS 7224.90.0065 applies to other alloy steel primary products distinguished by circular shape. Contains Cr 0.9-1.2% and Mo 0.15-0.3% qualifying as alloy per Chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
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
9903.05.900%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
• Include EN 10027 grade certification and heat number traceability for CBP verification
• Photograph cross-sections during inspection to prove circular geometry vs. polygonal shapes
• Watch for reclassification if diameter exceeds 230 mm statistical reporting threshold