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U.S. imports of alloy steel n.e.s. angles, shapes, and sections (SITC 67688) totaled $5.7M in April 2026, traded with 18 countries.
Importers of Alloy Steel N.E.S. Angles, Shapes, and Sections paid $2.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 43% on $5.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Alloy Steel N.E.S. Angles, Shapes, and Sections imports of $5.7M in April 2026 ran 16% above the year-to-date monthly average of $4.9M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAngles, shapes, and sections of alloy steel not elsewhere specified cover structural and industrial profiles made from steels alloyed with elements such as manganese, chromium, molybdenum, or boron — but excluding stainless grades — where the alloy additions enhance strength, hardness, or wear resistance beyond nonalloy steel capabilities. These products serve demanding end uses including heavy equipment frames, tooling supports, and high-load structural assemblies where standard carbon steel is insufficient. Section 232 tariffs apply, and the alloy designation can also affect eligibility for certain country-specific quota arrangements, making accurate chemistry documentation critical. Importers should ensure mill test reports clearly identify the alloying elements and their concentrations to support both classification and any trade-remedy analysis.
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Under the Harmonized System, steel becomes 'alloy' when any single element exceeds defined thresholds — for example, manganese above 1.65%, silicon above 0.60%, chromium above 0.30%, or molybdenum above 0.08%, among others. A mill test report showing any element at or above these thresholds triggers reclassification from nonalloy to alloy steel, which changes the applicable heading and potentially the duty treatment.
No. The N.E.S. label is purely a classification residual — it means the product does not fit a more specific named heading, not that it receives lighter scrutiny. CBP may examine chemistry documentation, physical dimensions, and production records just as rigorously as for named alloy steel products, particularly given Section 232 enforcement priorities.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPAIN | $3.1M | -- | -$3.1M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $2.2M | -- | -$2.2M |
| MEXICO | -- | $380K | +$380K |
| CANADA | $136K | $165K | +$29K |
| AUSTRIA | $192K | -- | -$192K |
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