Cold-Formed 4140 Alloy Steel Round Bar from Japan
A 4140 chromium-molybdenum alloy steel bar cold-formed to precise dimensions, used in manufacturing axles and gears. It falls under HTS 7228.50.50 as other bars and rods of alloy steel, not further worked than cold-formed or cold-finished. The alloy composition exceeds standard carbon steel limits, qualifying it as alloy steel per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide mill test certificates confirming alloy composition meets chapter note (e) tool steel criteria if applicable
• Verify cold-forming process documentation to distinguish from hot-rolled (7228.30) or further worked products
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain alloy steel bars from specific countries; check Commerce scope rulings