Hot-Rolled CPM-M4 Tool Steel Plate 450mm Wide from China
CPM-M4 powder metallurgy tool steel plate, hot-rolled finish, 450mm width for high-wear tooling. Qualifies under 7226.91.15 as tool steel with specified high alloy content, not further worked than hot-rolled.
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
• PM tool steels still qualify if meeting chemical specs; require detailed analysis certificates
• Verify thickness <3mm doesn't trigger high-strength steel note (a) misclassification
• Rust/discoloration from shipping doesn't affect classification per Chapter note