ER70KS Flux Cored Welding Rod from Japan
ER70KS rods are flux-cored for submerged arc welding of low-alloy steels, providing flux for protection and alloying elements. This product is under HTS 8311.90.00.00 as rods of base metal cored with flux for welding. Used in heavy shipbuilding and pressure vessels.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit chemical composition analysis to customs to validate flux core and base metal alloy status
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for bulk rod shipments to prevent quarantine issues
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain alloy welding rods from specific countries