U.S. imports of Stainless Steel Bars & Rods, Hot-Rolled, Circular Cross-Section (Other) (HS 722211) totaled $7.3M in August 2026, imported from 21 countries.
Importers of Stainless Steel Bars & Rods, Hot-Rolled, Circular Cross-Section (Other) paid $3.1M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 42.57% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Stainless Steel Bars & Rods, Hot-Rolled, Circular Cross-Section (Other) imports of $7.3M in August 2026 ran 43% above the year-to-date monthly average of $5.1M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataElectroslag remelted (ESR) and vacuum arc remelted (VAR) stainless steel bars with circular cross-sections — premium grades used in aerospace, defense, and high-performance tooling — have dedicated tariff lines (7222110001) that reflect their specialized production method. The heading also covers high-nickel alloy grades (7222110006) and standard austenitic rounds differentiated by the 152.4 mm diameter threshold. Italy leads US imports under this heading, with Ukraine and the United Kingdom also significant sources.
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ESR and VAR processing produces cleaner, more homogeneous steel with tighter inclusion control, commanding premium pricing and distinct end-use applications in aerospace and medical sectors. The US schedule recognizes this distinction at 7222110001, separating these premium grades from conventionally melted stainless rounds. Importers must document the remelting process on mill certifications to support this classification.
The 152.4 mm (6-inch) diameter breakpoint divides large-diameter stainless rounds — typically used for heavy forging or large machined components — from smaller bar stock. Lines 7222110057 and 7222110059 cover diameters under 152.4 mm, while 7222110082 and 7222110084 cover 152.4 mm and above, each further split by nickel content. Correct measurement of the maximum cross-sectional dimension is critical for proper classification.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7222110057 | Bar Rod Ss Lt 8% Wt Nic Cir Xsec Mx Lt 152.4mm Hot | $2.8M | 49.36% | 98.63% | $1.4M |
| 7222110059 | Br Rd Ss Cir Xsec Mx Lt 152.4mm Hotwrk>8<24%ni, Nes | $1.9M | 41.31% | 100.00% | $773K |
| 7222110084 | Br Rd Ss Cir Xsec Mx Gt 152.4mm Hotwrk>8<24%ni, Nes | $1.1M | 42.09% | 100.00% | $461K |
| 7222110082 | Bar Rod Ss Lt 8% Wt Nic Cir Xsec Mx Gt=152.4mm Hot | $719K | 50.00% | 100.00% | $360K |
| 7222110006 | Bars Rods Hi-Nickel Alloy Steel Circ Hot-Wrk NESOI | $554K | 8.37% | 16.74% | $46K |
| 7222110001 | Bars Rods Ss Electroslag/Vacuum Circ Hot Wrk NESOI | $140K | 22.39% | 38.35% | $31K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 7222110000 | Oth Bars&rods Stain Stl, Hot-Roll, Circ Cross-Sect | $8.2M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Subheading 2 of 5 in heading 7222
Subheading 722211 · $7.3M of $49.0M
ImportsExports
Imports
$7.3MYoY · free account
Exports
$8.2MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $60.0M of Stainless Steel Bars & Rods, Hot-Rolled, Circular Cross-Section (Other) and exported $75.7M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Italy and United Kingdom together supply 54% of it. Italy pays 50.1% duty; Canada 0.0%.
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destination
entry
rate provision · imports
8.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 42.57% of imports for consumption.