Chapter 7212 — Customs Tariff Headings

7212.20.00Electrolytically plated or coated with zinc

7212.30.00Otherwise plated or coated with zinc

7212.40.00Painted, varnished or coated with plastics

7212.50.00Otherwise plated or coated

7212.60.00Clad

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Products classified under Tariff item 72.12

Double Reduced Tinplate for 3-Piece Cans

Double reduced electrolytic tinplate in widths under 600 mm, produced by a second cold reduction pass to achieve DR-8 to DR-10 temper grades. These flat-rolled non-alloy steel sheets are plated with tin and are used to form welded three-piece can bodies.

Electrolytic Chromium Coated NOT - Tin Free

Tin-coated mild steel sheets under 600 mm wide, used for cylindrical battery cases. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products plated with tin, providing corrosion resistance for battery applications.

Electrolytic Tinplate for Beverage Cans

Electrolytic tinplate sheets under 600 mm wide, made of flat-rolled non-alloy steel and plated on both sides with tin for corrosion resistance. These sheets are used in the manufacture of beverage can ends and bodies.

ETP Tinplate Coils for Aerosol Cans

Electrolytic tin-plated (ETP) steel coils with widths between 500 and 590 mm, in lightweight gauges suitable for forming aerosol container bodies. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products plated with tin.

Hot-Dip Tin Coated Steel Sheets

Hot-dip tin coated non-alloy steel sheets under 600 mm wide, produced by passing steel through a molten tin bath. The coating method does not affect classification, as the item covers any tin-plated flat-rolled product.

MR Type Tinplate for General Line Cans

MR (matte/reflow) type electrolytic tinplate coils under 600 mm wide, used for non-food general line containers. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products plated with tin, with a matte or reflow finish.

Narrow Tin Coated Lock Former Quality

Tinplate of lock former quality (LFQ) grade, under 600 mm wide, designed for Pittsburgh lock seam fabrication. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products plated with tin, with properties suited for forming interlocking seams.

Prime Electrolytic Tin Coated Steel Sheets

Prime electrolytic tin coated steel sheets, tin plated on both sides, with widths ranging from 300 to 550 mm, used for decorative tins. These are high-quality flat-rolled non-alloy steel products.

Seconds Grade Tin Coated Steel

Seconds grade tin coated steel of secondary quality, with minor surface defects, in narrow widths under 600 mm, used for economical packaging applications. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products plated with tin.

Tin-Coated Steel for Food Cans

Narrow tinplate coils under 600 mm wide, coated with tin by hot-dip or electrolytic methods, used for packaging acidic foods. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products with corrosion protection for food can applications.

Tin Mill Black Plate with Tin Coating

Tin-coated black plate from tin mill, flat-rolled under 600 mm wide, used for general container fabrication. These are non-alloy steel products plated with tin, before any end-use forming.

Tin Plated Banding Steel

Narrow slit tin-coated steel strapping under 600 mm wide, used for heavy-duty bundling. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products plated with tin, cut to narrow widths for strapping applications.

Tin-Plated Steel for Fancy Gift Tins

Narrow tinplate under 600 mm wide, specifically for lithographed gift tins, in double-reduced gauge. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products plated with tin, suitable for decorative printing.

Tin Plated Steel Shim Stock

Precision narrow tin coated steel shims under 600 mm wide, used for machinery alignment. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products plated with tin, with tight thickness tolerances.

Tinplate for Oil Cans

Tin coated steel in narrow coil stock, used for rectangular oil and lubricant containers. These are flat-rolled non-alloy steel products plated with tin, providing corrosion resistance for oil can applications.

Electrolytic Galvanized Steel Gutter Brackets

Electrolytic galvanized steel gutter brackets are narrow flat-rolled non-alloy steel strips, less than 600 mm wide, coated with zinc through an electrolytic process. The zinc coating provides corrosion resistance essential for exterior roofing applications. These strips are classified under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any final fabrication into brackets.

Electrolytic Galvanized Steel Shims

Electrolytic galvanized steel shims are precision flat-rolled non-alloy steel sheets, less than 600 mm wide, with an electrolytic zinc coating. The coating provides corrosion resistance while maintaining tight thickness tolerances for machinery alignment applications. These sheets fall under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any cutting or shaping into shims.

Electrolytic Zinc Coated Steel Fence Wire Guides

Electrolytic zinc coated steel fence wire guides are narrow flat-rolled non-alloy steel strips, under 600 mm wide, plated with zinc electrolytically. The zinc coating prevents rust in outdoor fence installations, ensuring long-term durability. These strips are classified under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any fabrication into wire guides.

Galvanized Steel Electrical Conduit Clips

Galvanized steel electrical conduit clips are narrow flat-rolled non-alloy steel strips, less than 600 mm wide, with an electrolytic zinc coating. The coating provides corrosion protection for building wiring installations. These strips are classified under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any forming into clips.

Galvanized Steel Expansion Joint Strips

Galvanized steel expansion joint strips are narrow flat-rolled non-alloy steel products, less than 600 mm wide, electrolytically coated with zinc. The zinc coating provides corrosion protection essential for concrete expansion joints in construction. These strips are classified under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any cutting or shaping.

Galvanized Steel Roofing Flashing

Galvanized steel roofing flashing consists of narrow flat-rolled non-alloy steel strips, less than 600 mm wide, electrolytically coated with zinc for corrosion resistance. The coating ensures durability in roofing applications where the flashing seals joints and edges. These strips are classified under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any cutting or forming.

Zinc-Coated Steel HVAC Duct Flange

Zinc-coated steel HVAC duct flanges are flat-rolled non-alloy steel strips, under 600 mm wide, electrolytically plated with zinc. The electrolytic coating provides a bright finish and corrosion protection for HVAC ductwork connections. These strips are classified under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any fabrication into flanges.

Zinc-Coated Steel Shelf Brackets Base Stock

Zinc-coated steel shelf bracket base stock consists of flat-rolled non-alloy steel, under 600 mm wide, electrolytically coated with zinc. The bright zinc finish ensures corrosion resistance for use as raw material in shelf bracket manufacturing. These strips are classified under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any cutting or forming.

Zinc-Plated Steel Cabinet Trim Strips

Zinc-plated steel cabinet trim strips are narrow flat-rolled non-alloy steel strips, less than 600 mm wide, with an electrolytic zinc coating. The bright zinc finish resists corrosion in humid kitchen environments. These strips are classified under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any cutting or edging.

Zinc Plated Steel Door Weatherstrip Base

Zinc-plated steel door weatherstrip base is flat-rolled non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, with an electrolytic zinc coating. The coating prevents rust where the rubber seal attaches, ensuring durability in door applications. These strips are classified under this tariff item as flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc, before any fabrication into weatherstrip carriers.

Electrogalvanized Steel Battery Plates

Electrogalvanized steel battery plates are thin, flat galvanized steel grids used in lead-acid battery construction. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, plated or coated with zinc by electrolytic deposition.

Electrogalvanized Steel Shims

Electrogalvanized steel shims are precision thin shims used for machinery alignment and spacing, made from flat-rolled non-alloy steel with electrolytic zinc plating. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Electro-Galvanized Steel Strip Coil for Battery Straps

Electro-galvanized non-alloy steel strip in coil form, 35 mm wide and 0.3 mm thick, used to manufacture battery terminal straps and connectors. The thin zinc coating provides corrosion resistance while maintaining electrical conductivity, and the narrow width places it under tariff item 7212.30.00 for flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc.

Electroplated Steel Nameplate Blanks

Electroplated steel nameplate blanks are blank strips of electrogalvanized steel used for manufacturing equipment nameplates. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Baseboard Radiator Shield

Galvanized steel baseboard radiator shields are flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated or coated with zinc. These shields are designed to protect walls from radiator heat and are typically cut to size from larger sheets. They fall under tariff item 7212.30.00 as they are otherwise plated or coated with zinc and not further worked.

Galvanized Steel Coil for Narrow Roofing Flashing

Hot-dip zinc-coated flat-rolled non-alloy steel coil, 45 mm wide and 0.4 mm thick, intended for manufacturing narrow roofing flashing and trim. The zinc coating provides long-lasting corrosion protection for exterior building applications, and the narrow width qualifies it for tariff item 7212.30.00.

Galvanized Steel Door Jamb Reinforcement

Galvanized steel door jamb reinforcements are flat-rolled strips of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and coated with zinc for corrosion resistance. These strips are used to reinforce door frames against impact and forced entry. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Electrical Conduit Strap

Galvanized steel electrical conduit straps are flat-rolled strips of non-alloy steel, under 600 mm wide, and plated with zinc to prevent corrosion. These straps are used to secure electrical conduits to walls or ceilings. They fall under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Expansion Joint Cover

Galvanized steel expansion joint covers are narrow, flat-rolled sheets of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and coated with zinc for durability. These covers are used to bridge expansion joints in floors and walls, accommodating thermal movement. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Expansion Joint Covers

Flat zinc-coated steel plates used to cover concrete expansion joints in floors and walls, providing durable surface protection. These plates are flat-rolled non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated or coated with zinc, falling under tariff item 7212.30.00.

Galvanized Steel Expansion Joint Strips

Galvanized steel expansion joint strips are zinc-plated flat strips used for concrete expansion joints in flooring. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Gutter Apron Flashing

Continuous galvanized steel flashing for gutter-to-roof transitions, preventing water infiltration with a durable zinc coating. The flashing is flat-rolled non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated or coated with zinc, falling under tariff item 7212.30.00.

Galvanized Steel Gutter Aprons

Galvanized steel gutter aprons are zinc-plated steel starter strips used for roof gutter installation. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel HVAC Duct Flange

Galvanized steel HVAC duct flanges are flat-rolled strips of non-alloy steel, under 600 mm wide, and plated with zinc for corrosion resistance. These flanges are used to connect sections of HVAC ductwork, providing structural strength and a secure fit. They fall under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel HVAC Duct Seals

Zinc-plated flat steel strips designed to seal joints in heating and ventilation ductwork, providing airtight and corrosion-resistant connections. These strips are flat-rolled non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated or coated with zinc, falling under tariff item 7212.30.00.

Galvanized Steel Partition Clips

Galvanized steel partition clips are flat galvanized strips used in office partition systems, with minimal forming. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Pipe Hangers

Flat zinc-coated steel straps for suspending plumbing and gas pipes from ceilings and walls. These straps are flat-rolled non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated or coated with zinc, falling under tariff item 7212.30.00.

Galvanized Steel Roofing Flashing

Galvanized steel roofing flashing is narrow, flat-rolled strip of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and coated with zinc to prevent corrosion. This flashing is used to seal roof edges and transitions, directing water away from vulnerable areas. It is classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Shelf Brackets Bases

Galvanized steel shelf bracket bases are flat galvanized base plates for shelf bracket assemblies, primarily flat-rolled in character. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Soffit Vent Strip

Galvanized steel soffit vent strips are narrow, flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated with zinc for corrosion protection. These strips are used in soffit ventilation systems, allowing airflow while blocking pests. They fall under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Weatherstripping

Galvanized steel weatherstripping consists of narrow galvanized steel strips used for door and window weather sealing in construction. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvanized Steel Window Drip Cap

Galvanized steel window drip caps are narrow, flat-rolled strips of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and coated with zinc to direct water away from window frames. These caps are installed above windows to prevent moisture damage. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Galvannealed Steel Coil for Narrow Gaskets

Galvannealed (zinc-iron alloy coated) non-alloy steel coil, 40 mm wide and 0.45 mm thick, used for die-cutting industrial gaskets. The zinc-iron coating offers excellent paint adhesion and weldability, and the narrow width places it under tariff item 7212.30.00 for products plated or coated with zinc.

Hot-Dip Galvanized Coil for Appliance Trim Strips

Hot-dip galvanized non-alloy steel coil, 48 mm wide and 0.35 mm thick, used for manufacturing trim and edging on household appliances. The zinc coating provides corrosion resistance and a clean appearance, and the narrow width qualifies it for tariff item 7212.30.00.

Narrow Galvanized Steel Coil for Lock Washer Production

Hot-dip galvanized non-alloy steel coil, 49 mm wide and 0.55 mm thick, slit for lock washer stamping. The zinc coating provides corrosion resistance critical for fasteners, and the narrow width places it under tariff item 7212.30.00 for flat-rolled products plated or coated with zinc.

Narrow Zinc-Coated Steel Coil for Cable Armor

Zinc-plated flat-rolled non-alloy steel coil, 42 mm wide and 0.5 mm thick, used to produce armor for electrical cables. The zinc coating provides corrosion resistance and mechanical protection, and the narrow width qualifies it for tariff item 7212.30.00.

Zinc-Coated Steel Cable Trays

Zinc-coated steel cable trays are narrow galvanized trays used for organizing electrical cables in panels. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, plated or coated with zinc.

Zinc-Coated Steel Cable Tray Supports

Galvanized flat steel brackets supporting electrical cable trays in commercial buildings, with zinc plating for fire-rated environments. These brackets are flat-rolled non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated or coated with zinc, falling under tariff item 7212.30.00.

Zinc-Coated Steel Conduit Straps

Narrow galvanized steel bands for securing electrical conduits to walls, featuring pre-punched holes and zinc plating for rust prevention. These bands are flat-rolled non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated or coated with zinc, falling under tariff item 7212.30.00.

Zinc-Coated Steel Deck Flashing

Zinc-coated steel deck flashing is narrow, flat-rolled strip of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated with zinc for weather resistance. This flashing is used to seal roof deck transitions and prevent water infiltration. It falls under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Zinc-Coated Steel Drywall Corner Bead

Zinc-coated steel drywall corner beads are narrow, flat-rolled strips of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated with zinc for rust protection. These beads are used to reinforce and finish drywall corners. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Zinc-Coated Steel Gutter Apron Flashing

Zinc-coated steel gutter apron flashing is narrow, flat-rolled strip of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated with zinc for longevity. This flashing is used to seal the transition between a roof and gutter, preventing water damage. It falls under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.

Zinc-Coated Steel Shelf Brackets

Heavy-duty galvanized flat steel brackets for supporting shelving units, with reinforced edges and corrosion-resistant zinc plating. These brackets are flat-rolled non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and plated or coated with zinc, falling under tariff item 7212.30.00.

Zinc-Galvanized Steel Fence Rail Clip Base

Zinc-galvanized steel fence rail clip bases are narrow, flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, and coated with zinc for outdoor corrosion resistance. These bases are used to secure fence rails to posts. They are classified under tariff item 7212.30.00 as flat-rolled products otherwise plated or coated with zinc.