M2 Tool Steel Milled Round 11.5mm from China
M2 molybdenum tool steel (0.85% C, 4% Cr, 5% Mo, 2% V) precision milled round 11.5mm for shear blades. Although high-speed capable, classified as tool steel under 7228.50.10.20 when not meeting high-speed steel specs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%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
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
• Document why M2 doesn't meet high-speed steel criteria
• Milled surface geometry specs essential
• Avoid generic 'high-speed' labeling on commercial invoice