Forged 17-4PH Stainless Alloy Steel Rod from Japan
Precipitation-hardening 17-4PH stainless steel forged rod, not further worked, for valve stems and fasteners in corrosive environments. Falls under HTS 7228.40.00.00 as alloy steel (high Cr-Ni) bars only forged, per Chapter 72 alloy definitions excluding stainless in certain contexts but applicable here for non-stainless headings.
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
• Distinguish from stainless Chapter 72 headings by declaring PH alloy specifics; ensure documentation shows no cladding or coating; watch for over 0.25mm thickness to avoid razor blade steel notes