U.S. imports of Forged Bars and Rods of Other Alloy Steel (HS 722840) totaled $3.0M in August 2026, imported from 16 countries.
Importers of Forged Bars and Rods of Other Alloy Steel paid $1.7M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 57.51% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Forged Bars and Rods of Other Alloy Steel imports of $3.0M in August 2026 ran 55% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.9M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSubject to Section 232 tariffs, forged alloy steel bars and rods (excluding stainless) enter under a single 10-digit line, 7228400000, making origin documentation and mill certifications critical for customs clearance. Forging imparts directional grain structure and superior fatigue resistance, distinguishing these products from hot-rolled or cold-finished alternatives and making them a preferred input for aerospace, automotive drivetrain, and heavy equipment components. Mexico leads US supply, followed by China and Canada, a mix that creates meaningful Section 232 exposure depending on whether any country-specific exemptions apply at time of entry.
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30 import shipments a month
Forged bars and rods of non-stainless alloy steel are specifically captured under 7228400000 when they are not further worked beyond forging. If the forged blank is subsequently machined, cold-drawn, or otherwise further processed into a finished part, it may shift to a different chapter (e.g., Chapter 84 or 87 for parts), so the degree of further working at time of import is the key classification determinant.
Importers seeking a Section 232 product exclusion generally need to demonstrate that the specific alloy grade, cross-section, and mechanical property requirements cannot be sourced domestically in sufficient quantity or quality. Supporting documentation typically includes mill test reports specifying alloy composition, end-use application details, and evidence of domestic sourcing attempts.
Subheading 5 of 8 in heading 7228
Subheading 722840 · $3.0M of $36.8M
ImportsExports
Imports
$3.0MYoY · free account
Exports
$965KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $22.5M of Forged Bars and Rods of Other Alloy Steel and exported $14.6M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
South Korea and China together supply 85% of it. China pays 75.0% duty; Canada 30.1%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
0.9% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 57.51% of imports for consumption.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7228400000 | Bars & Rods of Other Alloy Steel, Forged | $3.0M | 57.51% | 99.11% | $1.7M |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 7228400000 | Bars & Rods of Other Alloy Steel, Forged | $965K |
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.
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