Cold-Formed Alloy Steel Drill Rod Stock

S7 shock-resisting tool steel drill rod stock, cold-formed 55 mm round for manufacturing twist drills. Borderline classification under HTS 7228.50.5015 as other cold-formed alloy bars <76 mm (not hollow). Tool steel composition approaching note (e) thresholds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7228.20.50.00Same rate: 35%

If hollow drill bars/rods

Hollow construction specifically provided for in 7228.20.

7228.70Lower: 10% vs 35%

If confirmed tool steel alloy

Meets precise tool steel elemental combinations in note (e).

7207.20.00Same rate: 35%

If semi-finished condition

Less than cold-formed processing level classified as semifinished.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Chemical analysis must exclude exact tool steel note (e) composition limits

Document intended end use as stock, not finished hollow drill rods

Provide machinability rating if specified for tool steel applications

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