PM A-11 Tool Steel Flat Stock
PM A-11 alloy tool steel flat stock with high vanadium for wear parts, qualifying under multiple Note (e) criteria. HTS 7228.60.10.60 for PM tool steel bars in flat form. Advanced metallurgy doesn't affect base classification.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chipper knife steel per Note (f)
Very specific Cr/Mo/V/C for chipper knives excludes general tool steel.
If cold-worked to final tolerance
Cold-formed precision bars class under 7222.
If made into molding machine parts
Machinery parts fabricated from bars move to Chapter 84/85.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• PM fine carbide structure - document uniform chemistry throughout cross-section
• Flat stock often precision ground - verify not 'further worked' level
• Very specialized - end-use statements may help prevent generic alloy classification
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