Cast Iron Base Casting for Tandem Rolling Mill Stand

Heavy cast iron base casting for supporting tandem rolling mill stands in steel production, individual weight 28 tons. Meets HTS 8455.90.40.00 criteria as a casting under 90 tons for 8455 heading machines used in metal rolling.

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.

7325.99.10.00Same rate: 35%

If rough castings not machined to rolling mill specifications

Unfinished cast iron products not identifiable as machine parts classify under Chapter 73 castings.

8431.49.90Same rate: 35%

If designed for rolling mills in mining or metal ore processing

Parts for ore crushers or similar 8431 machinery have separate classification from 8455 metal mills.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain foundry test certificates confirming cast iron composition and defect-free pouring for customs valuation

Document end-use contract with rolling mill manufacturer to substantiate 8455-specific classification

Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'scrap metal castings' which triggers different Chapter 73 rates