Gray Iron Backup Roll for Hot Strip Mill from Japan
Heavy-duty gray iron backup roll supporting work rolls in hot strip rolling mills to produce wide steel strips. Classified under HTS 8455.30.0015 for gray iron rolls weighing 2,268-6,803.9 kg used in metal-rolling operations. Essential for maintaining roll alignment and pressure in high-temperature steel production.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Provide engineering drawings showing roll dimensions and mounting for rolling mills to substantiate classification
• Conduct metallurgical analysis to confirm gray iron microstructure, preventing shifts to ductile iron categories
• Declare as complete rolls, not parts, to avoid breakdown into Chapter 84 accessories