A2 Tool Steel Cold-Finished Hexagonal Rod
A2 tool steel hexagonal rod, cold-finished with 0.3-1.25% Cr and appropriate carbon per note (e)(ii), ideal for dies and shear blades. Classifies under 7228.50.10 as other tool steel bars not high-speed.
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If failing tool steel definition
Non-tool alloy compositions go to residual 7228.50.90 for other cold-finished bars.
If high-speed tool steel variant
Specific high-speed alloys with tungsten shift to 7228.30 subheadings.
If made into hollow drill rods
Hollow drill bars/rods of alloy steel classify under 7304 series regardless of steel type.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include heat number traceability for composition verification; tool steel requires precise element certification
• Avoid rust/discoloration claims as no duty allowance per chapter note
• Confirm hexagonal cross-section qualifies as 'bars/rods' not 'shapes' via dimensions
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