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253MA Heat-Resistant Cold-Rolled Steel Sheet

Cold-rolled 253MA austenitic steel sheet under 4.75 mm thick, over 600 mm wide, qualifying as heat-resisting steel. Rare earth stabilized for superior high-temperature strength in burner parts and kiln furniture. Not clad, coated, or otherwise further worked.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+75.0%75%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+50.0%50%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+50.0%50%
🇯🇵JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

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

7304.39.00Same rate: 75%

If fabricated into tubes

Tubular products, even of heat-resisting steel, move to Chapter 73 tubes/pipes headings.

7225.30.70.00Same rate: 75%

If silicon-electrical steel

Silicon content >0.5% typically qualifies for electrical steel classifications.

7210.12.00.00Same rate: 75%

If plated or coated

Any metallic or nonmetallic coating constitutes 'further worked' per chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Rare earth element content documentation helps distinguish from standard stainless grades

• Confirm mill edge condition; trimmed edges may affect 'further worked' determination

• Avoid bundling with fittings; sets with components classified by principal article