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52100 Chrome Alloy Hot-Rolled Bearing Steel Coil

ASTM A485 Grade 52100 hot-rolled steel in irregularly wound coils, certified ball-bearing quality with controlled impurities for maximum fatigue life. HTS 7227.90.20.30 applies to these tool steel products distinguished by precise chemistry per US Chapter 72 note (h). Standard for aerospace bearing applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7228.50.50Same rate: 35%

If painted or varnished

Nonmetallic coatings count as 'further worked' per Chapter definition.

7226.91Lower: 10% vs 35%

If general other alloy steel

Fails any tool steel elemental combination in notes (e)-(h).

7306.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fabricated into bearing tubes/pipes

Finished tubular products move to Chapter 73 iron/steel articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Maintain chain of custody documentation from melt to coil for audit protection

Label clearly as 'ball-bearing steel' with reference to US note (h) parameters

Pre-clear with CBP if marginal compositions approach tool steel boundaries

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