AISI 8620 Alloy Steel Square Bar

Hot-rolled square bar from AISI 8620 carburizing alloy steel, used for gears and pinions requiring case hardening. Fits HTS 7228.60.60.00 for non-cold-formed bars of other alloy steel, with composition including nickel, chromium, and molybdenum below tool steel thresholds. Provided in standard mill lengths.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7228.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If tool steel per chapter note (e)

Specific tool steel compositions (e.g., high Cr/C) defined in U.S. note (e) are classified separately in 7228.50.

7213.91.30Same rate: 35%

If bars/rods hot-rolled in irregularly wound coils

Coil form changes classification to heading 7213, even for same alloy steel.

7228.30.60Same rate: 35%

If cold-formed square profile

Cold-forming process shifts from 7228.60 to 7228.30 subheading.

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