17-4 PH Stainless Alloy Steel Hex Bar from Germany
17-4 PH precipitation hardening stainless steel hexagonal bar, hot-rolled to 40 mm across flats, for aerospace fasteners. Classified under HTS 7228.30.80.15 as other hot-rolled alloy steel bars with cross-section under 76 mm, not further worked. Stainless composition distinguishes from non-alloy per chapter structure.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Submit chemical analysis showing precipitation hardening elements to confirm alloy steel status,Document processing method as hot-rolled only; cold drawing reclassifies under 7228.60,Check for scale/rust but no duty allowance per chapter note on discoloration