AISI 52100 Hot-Rolled Ball-Bearing Steel Round Bar from Mexico
A hot-rolled round bar made from AISI 52100 alloy steel, specifically formulated for ball-bearing applications with 0.95-1.13% carbon, 1.25-1.65% chromium, and low sulfur/phosphorus levels as per HTS Chapter 72 note (h). It is not further worked beyond hot-rolling, classifying it under 7228.30.2000 as other bars and rods of ball-bearing steel. This steel provides high hardness and wear resistance essential for bearing races and rolling elements.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Provide mill test certificate confirming ball-bearing steel composition per US Note (h) to avoid reclassification; ensure product is truly not further worked (no polishing or coating); watch for alloy content declarations as mislabeling can trigger audits