Modulus Alloy Steel Bar from Japan
Modulus series alloy steel bar (e.g., Modulus 685) with controlled machinability, hot-rolled for large parts. HTS 7228.60.60.00 covers non-cold-formed other alloy steel bars designed for high-speed machining. Ni-Cr-Mo with free-machining additives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
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
9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Machinability additives don't change classification; focus on base alloy steel
• Large diameter common; verify not semi-finished per size limits
• Request advance ruling for proprietary alloys to confirm 7228.60 status