D3 Tool Steel Plate Bar from Japan
D3 high-carbon high-chromium tool steel thick flat bar (meeting Note e(i) >10.5% Cr), used for thread rolling dies. Classified HTS 7228.60.10.60 as tool steel bar, distinguished from universal mill plate by use spec.
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
• Thickness >4mm risks universal plate confusion (Note b) - tool steel use prevails
• D-series very rust-prone - no duty allowance per Chapter rust note
• Thickness/width ratio critical for flat bar vs plate HTS boundary