A2 Tool Steel Hot-Rolled Coil from China
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.
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
• 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