Other alloy steel in ingots or other primary forms — HTS 7224
Other alloy steel in ingots or other primary forms; semi-finished products of other alloy steel
Chapter 72 › Heading 7224
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Written to help non-specialists understand this page. Rates, dates, and legal facts come from the official records above and on the linked source.
HTS heading 7224 is a broad product category for certain “other alloy steel” presented in ingots, other primary forms, or semi-finished forms. In plain language, it covers alloy steel that does not fall into the separate HTS headings for stainless steel or some specially described steel products, and that has not yet become a finished article. Examples of form may include cast or primary shapes and partly processed products, but the exact scope depends on the legal tariff wording and product facts.
The 4-digit heading is only the starting point. To reach an 8-digit HTSUS code, first confirm that the metal is legally “other alloy steel,” then identify its physical form and the relevant product description. Subheadings commonly distinguish products by factors such as whether they are ingots or semi-finished, their cross-sectional shape, and sometimes the steel’s composition or other technical characteristics. Read the full hierarchy, including section and chapter notes, and verify the final code against the current HTSUS and any applicable customs guidance.
What to check
- Confirm the product is steel and document the alloying elements, chemical composition, and applicable mill test report.
- Identify the product’s condition and form at import: ingot, billet, slab, bloom, bar-like semi-finished product, or another recognized form.
- Check whether the item is stainless steel or otherwise described in a different heading before using heading 7224.
- Compare the product’s dimensions, cross-sectional shape, processing level, and manufacturing method with every subheading description.
- Verify the complete 8-digit code in the current HTSUS and obtain customs-broker or classification advice when the technical facts do not clearly match one subheading.
HTS heading 7224 summary
Other alloy steel in ingots or other primary forms is a 4-digit product category containing 2 published product-code lines in this snapshot. A heading does not carry one universal duty rate; classification must be narrowed to the line matching the product facts.
How to find your code in this category
A heading is a product category. To get the exact duty, narrow from this 4-digit heading to a sub-category (usually by material), then open the 8-digit code that matches your product.
Open any code in the tables below to see its exact duty rate, a duty calculator (enter your shipment value → estimated duty and landed cost), the rate-change history chart, and the country-by-country breakdown (including Section 301/232 add-on duties).
Why you have to click in: a single category can contain products with very different duties. The rate depends on the specific product — its material and construction — and on the country of origin, and those only get pinned down at the 8-digit code level. That is why this page points you to codes instead of showing one rate for the whole category.
Product codes & duty rates
👇 Each row is a specific product code — click a blue code to open its full page with exact duty rates by country, the rate-history chart, and a duty calculator. 👉
| Code | Description | General (MFN) | Special | Column 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7224.10.00 👉 | Ingots and other primary forms | Free | — | 28% |
| 7224.90.00 👉 | Other | Free | — | 28% |
"Special" shows the free-trade-agreement rate; open a code to see exactly which countries qualify.
Common questions
What products fall under HTS heading 7224?
Other alloy steel in ingots or other primary forms; semi-finished products of other alloy steel. To classify a specific item you must pick the matching sub-category and 8-digit code above; the right choice usually depends on the material and construction of the product.
How do I choose the right code within this category?
Start from the sub-categories (typically divided by material—for example cotton versus man-made fibers), then open the active 8- or 10-digit code that matches the product. When unsure, a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling can confirm the classification.
Reference information only, not customs, legal, or classification advice. Confirm the current code and rate against the official HTS before you import.