SUJ2 Japanese Standard Ball-Bearing Steel Plate

Cold-reduced flat-rolled plate of SUJ2 alloy steel (equivalent to AISI 52100), width 800-1500mm and thickness 1-4mm, meeting ball-bearing steel definition with controlled carbon (0.95-1.1%), chromium (1.3-1.6%), and low sulfur/phosphorus. Classified in 7225.50.11.30 as cold-rolled tool steel of ball-bearing quality, not further worked. Essential material for rolling element bearings in automotive and industrial applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7225.40.70.00Same rate: 35%

If further worked (e.g., phosphatized or coated)

Surface treatments like phosphatizing qualify as 'further worked' per Chapter note, shifting to different subheading.

7219.31.00Same rate: 35%

If not alloy steel (e.g., plain carbon steel)

Heading 7219 covers flat-rolled non-alloy steel; alloy steels require minimum specified elements for Chapter 72 alloy provisions.

7225.50.11.60Same rate: 35%

If other tool steel not qualifying as ball-bearing steel

Tool steel has multiple definitions (notes e-f); only specific ball-bearing composition stays in .11.30.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include chemical analysis certificate matching US Note (h) limits, especially low S/P (<0.03%) and precise Cr content

Document cold-rolling process to confirm no heat treatment or surface finishing beyond reduction

Avoid rust/discoloration claims as Chapter 72 note prohibits duty allowances for pre-entry corrosion

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