SUJ2 Japanese Standard Ball-Bearing Steel Plate from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%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
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
• 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