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
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
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