CPM-M4 Tool Steel Coil Rods from Japan
Hot-rolled irregularly wound coils of CPM-M4 powder metallurgy tool steel (1.4% C, 4% Cr, 4% V, 4% Mo), untreated, classified 7227.90.10 as tool steel meeting note (e)(i)/(v). For wear-resistant cutting tools.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• PM grades need detailed certs proving hot-rolled coil form, not sintered finished
• Monitor for 'further worked' coatings; even oil residue may trigger reclass
• Batch test for exact elements; vanadium >1% confirms tool steel status