PM A-11 Tool Steel Flat Stock from China
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.
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
• 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