17-4 PH Stainless Alloy Steel Round Bar from Germany
Precipitation-hardening 17-4 PH stainless alloy steel round bar, hot-rolled for aerospace fasteners and valves. Although containing 17% chromium, classified as 'other alloy steel' bar under 7228.60.60.00 when not cold-formed, distinguishing from basic stainless categories. Heat-treated condition H1150 standard.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• PH grades may border stainless classification; provide detailed chemistry certs showing precipitation-hardening treatment
• Avoid rust/discoloration claims at entry per chapter note—no duty allowance for surface conditions
• Document as 'not cold-formed' explicitly in commercial invoice for smooth CBP processing