Gray Iron Work Roll for Steel Rolling Mill from Japan
A precision-machined gray iron roll used as a work roll in hot and cold steel rolling mills to shape metal sheets and strips. Classified under HTS 8455.30.00.05 as a gray iron roll for rolling mills weighing not exceeding 2,268 kg due to its composition and specific application in metal deformation processes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 16 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
• Provide metallurgical certificates confirming gray iron composition (high carbon content, flake graphite structure) to avoid reclassification
• Verify gross weight does not exceed 2,268 kg per unit; split shipments if necessary to qualify for this subheading
• Include technical drawings showing roll profile and dimensions to demonstrate rolling mill compatibility