D2 Tool Steel Hot-Rolled Round Bar from China
A hot-rolled round bar made from D2 alloy tool steel, containing more than 1.2% carbon and over 10.5% chromium per Chapter 72 note (e). Used for making dies and punches. Classified under HTS 7228.30.60.00 as other hot-rolled bars of tool steel (not high-speed).
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify exact chemical composition to confirm tool steel per note (e); non-compliant may shift to 7228.30.20
• Provide mill test certificates showing hot-rolled condition and no further working like polishing
• Avoid rust/discoloration claims as no duty allowance per Chapter 72 note