AISI 4140 Alloy Steel Round Billet from China

A hot-rolled round billet made from AISI 4140 chromium-molybdenum alloy steel, used for manufacturing shafts and gears. Classified under HTS 7224.90.0075 as a semi-finished product of other alloy steel in primary forms, not meeting specific alloy definitions like tool steel or high-strength steel. It is further worked through hot rolling but remains in billet form prior to final forging.

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 alloy composition to avoid reclassification; ensure proper marking of steel grade per ASTM standards; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain alloy billets from specific countries