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A2 Tool Steel Hot-Rolled Coil

Hot-rolled coil of A2 air-hardening tool steel (1% C, 5% Cr), 5.5 mm thick, 1200 mm wide, for forming dies and gauges. Falls under 7225.30.11.80 as other tool steel hot-rolled coils ≥4.75 mm thick, meeting tool steel criteria with ≥0.3% C and 1.25-10.5% Cr.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+75.0%75%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+50.0%50%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+50.0%50%
🇯🇵JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7225.30.30Same rate: 75%

If thickness <4.75 mm but ≥3 mm

HTS structure separates hot-rolled tool steel coils by thickness thresholds.

7226.91.70.00Same rate: 75%

If not in coils (cut-to-length plates)

Same tool steel specs but processed into straight lengths shift to 'not in coils' category.

7213.91.30Same rate: 75%

If for retail sale in small packs

If cut and packaged for consumer tool-making rather than industrial coils, may classify as bars/rods.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit chemical analysis report proving tool steel per note (e)(ii); customs audits common for alloy claims

• Coils must remain in coil form at entry; uncoiling for inspection risks reclassification

• Watch for rust/discoloration—no duty allowance per chapter note, even if pre-entry damage