M2 Tool Steel Drill Rod Blank from Japan
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 — 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
• 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