Anodized Steel Name Tag Blanks
Anodized steel name tag blanks are narrow flat-rolled strips of non-alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, that have been chemically treated with an anodizing process to create a decorative oxide layer. This surface treatment qualifies as 'otherwise plated or coated' under tariff item 7212.50.00, as it is a chemical coating distinct from painting, tinning, or galvanizing. The blanks are typically used for custom-engraved name tags and badges.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the blanks are plated or coated with tin
Tin-plated narrow flat-rolled steel is classified separately from other plating or coating types.
If the blanks are plated or coated with lead
Lead-plated steel is a distinct tariff item under the same heading.
If the blanks are not plated or coated, only hot-rolled
Uncoated hot-rolled flat-rolled steel of less than 600 mm width falls under heading 7211.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the steel is non-alloy and the width is less than 600 mm, as wider products fall under different tariff items
• Declare the anodizing treatment accurately as a chemical coating to avoid reclassification
• Keep mill certificates showing the steel composition to support the non-alloy classification
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