17-4PH Stainless Substitute Alloy Strip from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
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
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