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M42 Cobalt-Bearing High-Speed Steel Coil Stock

Hot-rolled M42 high-speed steel rods with cobalt addition in irregularly wound coils, used for heavy-duty taps and dies requiring heat resistance. Falls under 7227.10.00.00 as high-speed steel alloy meeting carbon/chromium/tungsten criteria in note (e).

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.

7228.10.00Lower: 57.5% vs 75%

If not in coils but straight lengths

Hot-rolled bars/rods not in coils go to 7228 for other alloy steel forms.

7214.91Lower: 50% vs 75%

If forged rather than hot-rolled

Forged bars have separate heading 7214, different from continuously cast hot-rolled coils.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify cobalt content doesn't alter high-speed classification; Ensure no chemical surface treatments applied; Document hot-rolling process to distinguish from cold-formed products