M42 High-Speed Steel Square Rod from China
Square cross-section rod of M42 high-speed steel, cobalt-enhanced for superior hot hardness per note (e). Commonly used in form tools and reamers requiring extended tool life. Falls under 7228.10.00 for high-speed steel bars and rods in basic forms.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Certify cobalt and molybdenum content explicitly, as M42 exceeds standard high-speed thresholds
• Document production method (hot-rolled) to differentiate from cold-drawn which may alter classification
• Beware of rust/discoloration claims; no duty allowance per chapter note