H13 Tool Steel Cold-Formed Round Rod
H13 hot-work tool steel round rod, cold-formed, with chromium/molybdenum per note (e)(iv). Used for die casting molds, not further worked, under HTS 7228.50.10.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ball-bearing steel
Specific low-impurity composition for bearings uses 7228.10 per note (h).
If not tool steel qualified
Falls to general alloy steel if elements don't match note (e).
If burnished/polished surface
Surface polishing constitutes further working per chapter definition.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify no artificial oxidation occurred during processing per further worked note
• Use ISPM-15 compliant packaging for long rods
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L6 Tool Steel Cold-Rolled Band
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