7222.30.00.22 - Containing less than 8 percent by weight of nickel

This HTS category, 7222.30.00.22, specifically covers "other" bars and rods of stainless steel that have a maximum cross-sectional dimension of less than 152.4 mm and contain less than 8 percent by weight of nickel. This designation is for stainless steel products that do not fit into more narrowly defined categories within the 7222.30.00.00 umbrella. The primary defining characteristic for inclusion here, beyond being a stainless steel bar or rod with the specified dimensions, is its nickel content falling below the 8% threshold.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 7222.30.00.24, by the exact percentage of nickel by weight. While this category encompasses stainless steel bars and rods with under 8% nickel, the sibling category is for those containing 8% or more but less than 24% nickel. This precise distinction in nickel content is crucial for accurate tariff classification and determining applicable duties.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories that branch from this specific code. Therefore, the classification is complete at this level based on the product's material composition (stainless steel), form (bar or rod), dimensions (maximum cross-sectional dimension less than 152.4 mm), and nickel content (less than 8% by weight). Proper identification relies on a precise analysis of the material's chemical composition.