100Cr6 Ball-Bearing Steel Rod

Drawn or ground rod of 100Cr6 (DIN equivalent 52100) ball-bearing steel precisely matching Chapter 72 note (h) composition for superior fatigue resistance in bearings. HTS 7228.60.10.30 applies to these other bars/rods of tool steel, excluding high-speed grades and hollow drill rods.

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.

7228.60.60Same rate: 35%

If chipper knife steel per note (f)

Chipper knife steel tool steel has different Cr/Mo/V composition, classifying under 7228.60.60

7213.91Lower: 10% vs 35%

If bars of circular cross-section ≤80mm containing indentations

Cold-formed bars with deformations may fall under 7213.91 per concrete reinforcing note (c)

7225.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If supplied as angles/shapes/sections

Alloy steel angles, shapes, sections classify in 7225, differentiated from straight bars/rods

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide European DIN/EN certification documents; ensure no cladding/coatings that constitute 'further worked' per Chapter note; confirm rod diameter keeps it as 'other bars' vs sheet/plate

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