7228.50.10.60 - Of round or rectangular cross section with surfaces ground, milled or polished

This HTS classification, 7228.50.10.60, specifically addresses bars and rods of alloy steel that have undergone further finishing processes. The defining characteristic of goods classified here is their cross-sectional form and the precise surface treatment applied. This includes items of round or rectangular cross-section where the surfaces have been ground, milled, or polished to achieve a specific level of finish and dimensional accuracy. These are not basic hot-rolled products but rather items refined for enhanced performance, appearance, or suitability for subsequent manufacturing operations.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 7228.50.10.80 ("Other"), by the explicit mention of ground, milled, or polished surfaces. While both fall under "Other bars and rods, not further worked than cold-formed or cold-finished" and have a maximum cross-sectional dimension of 18 mm or more, the key differentiator is the degree of surface refinement. The "Other" category would encompass cold-formed or cold-finished bars and rods that, while not further worked, do not necessarily possess these specific surface finishing treatments.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 7228.50.10.60 hinges on confirming the material composition (alloy steel), the cross-sectional shape (round or rectangular), and the presence of one or more of the specified surface finishing operations: grinding, milling, or polishing. It is crucial to verify that these finishing processes are integral to the product as imported and are not merely incidental or occurring in a subsequent stage of manufacturing.