E8018-C3 Low-Hydrogen Welding Rod from Japan
Low-hydrogen alloy steel wire rod in hot-rolled coils, welding quality statistical note 7, for producing E8018-C3 electrodes used in high-strength pipeline welding. Minimizes hydrogen cracking risk. 7227.90.60.20 for alloy welding rod specification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Document hydrogen levels in diffusible hydrogen test results
• Ensure coils marked with heat/lot numbers for traceability