Cold-Reduced Steel Shim Stock 0.5mm Thick
Precision cold-rolled nonalloy steel sheets used as shim stock for machinery alignment, with a width of 250 mm and thickness of 0.5 mm. The product is not further worked than cold-rolled, not clad, plated or coated, and falls under tariff item 7211.29.00 as 'Other' flat-rolled products of iron or nonalloy steel, width less than 600 mm.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the carbon content is below 0.25% by weight
This subheading applies to cold-rolled flat products with lower carbon content.
If the sheets are clad, plated or coated
Any cladding, plating or coating would move the product to this subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the product is supplied as sheets or coils and meets the dimensional limits (width <600 mm)
• Ensure it is not further worked than cold-rolled, such as by cutting to shape or surface treatment
• Have documentation showing nonalloy steel composition
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Cold-Reduced Steel Shim Stock 0.5 mm Thick
Precision cold-rolled nonalloy steel strip, under 300 mm width and 0.5 mm thickness, supplied in coils for shim manufacturing in machinery. The product is not further worked than cold-rolled, not clad, plated or coated, and falls under tariff item 7211.29.00 as 'Other' flat-rolled products of iron or nonalloy steel, width less than 600 mm.