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
50%
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
9903.05.900%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
• 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