SCM440 Japanese Alloy Steel Bloom from China
JIS SCM440 (similar to 4140) alloy steel bloom for machine structural use, Cr-Mo composition. HTS 7224.90.00 for semi-finished other alloy, not heat-resisting or universal mill plate per notes.
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 JIS certification alongside ASTM equivalents; check for anti-dumping duties on specific alloy billets
• Ensure no patterns in relief disqualifying from semi-finished