Cadmium-Plated Steel Aircraft Shims from United States
Cadmium-plated steel aircraft shims are thin, flat-rolled non-alloy steel sheets under 600 mm wide, with an electrolytic cadmium plating for sacrificial corrosion protection. They are classified under tariff item 7212.50.00 as flat-rolled non-alloy steel otherwise plated or coated.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
50%
Rate breakdown
26SUR5050%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 50% on US products
Import Tips
• Confirm the shims are flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel with a width under 600 mm
• Provide documentation of the cadmium plating process and thickness
• Check for any restrictions on cadmium use in aerospace applications