A2 Tool Steel Square Rod from China
Square cross-section rod of A2 tool steel, an air-hardening grade with 1% carbon and 5% chromium qualifying as tool steel per U.S. note (e)(ii). Commonly used for shear blades, punches, and forming dies due to abrasion resistance. HTS 7228.60.10 covers such other tool steel rods not high-speed.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%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
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
• Use certified material test reports (CMTRs) proving 0.3-1.25% carbon and 1.25-10.5% chromium for smooth clearance
• Specify 'not in coils' and exact profile to avoid confusion with wire rod headings
• Monitor AD/CVD orders on specific tool steel grades from certain countries