M2 Tool Steel Drill Rod Blank from China
M2 tool steel round bar used as drill rod blanks (not hollow), meeting multiple tool steel criteria. HTS 7228.60.10.60 for non-high-speed tool steel bars despite drill application. Solid cross-section distinguishes from 7228.80.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Clearly mark 'solid drill rod stock' vs hollow to prevent 7228.80 misclassification
• High W/Mo content may trigger high-speed steel questions - have specs ready
• Centerless ground finish often borderline 'further worked' - declare accurately