17-4PH Stainless Substitute Alloy Strip from China
Precision-rolled strip of precipitation-hardening alloy steel (16% Cr, 4% Ni, <10.5% total Cr equiv.), 300 mm wide, 0.8 mm thick. HTS 7226.99.0180 applies as other alloy steel, width <600 mm (not stainless per note 1(f)). Used in aerospace fittings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
Import Tips
• Certify total chromium equivalent <10.5% to avoid stainless steel Chapter 72 note 1(f) classification
• Include heat analysis showing Ni/Mo content distinguishing from stainless grades
• Check for AD/CVD orders on similar alloy imports from specific countries