A2 Tool Steel Hot-Rolled Coil from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
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
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