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U.S. imports of advanced iron and steel (End-Use 15100) totaled $985.2M in April 2026, traded with 101 countries.
Importers of Advanced Iron and Steel paid $472.4M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 51% on $933.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAdvanced iron and steel encompasses higher-value, further-processed steel inputs — such as high-strength, alloyed, or specialty grades — that serve demanding end uses in automotive, aerospace, energy, and heavy equipment manufacturing. Section 232 tariff exposure applies broadly to steel mill products, making origin and product specification critical variables in landed-cost calculations. The distinction between 'advanced' and standard steel grades often turns on alloy content, tensile specifications, or surface treatment, and correct classification here versus a more general steel heading can carry meaningful duty implications.
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Advanced steel generally refers to higher-strength, alloyed, or specialty-processed grades — such as advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) used in automotive body structures or tool steels used in industrial tooling. Alloy content thresholds, tensile strength ratings, and surface or coating specifications are common distinguishing factors.
Advanced steel mill products are broadly subject to Section 232 tariffs. However, product-specific exclusions have been granted for certain specialty grades not domestically available in sufficient quantity. Importers should review current exclusion lists and consult a licensed customs broker to assess their specific exposure.
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