Stainless Steel 304 Shim Stock
Hot-rolled flat-rolled products of stainless steel, 0.1-1 mm thick and 100-500 mm wide, in sheets. These 304 grade sheets are used for precision shimming in machinery alignment. They are classified under this tariff item as other flat-rolled stainless steel products of a width less than 600 mm, not further worked than hot-rolled.
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 width is 600 mm or more
Flat-rolled stainless steel products of a width of 600 mm or more are classified under heading 7219.
If the shims are cut to specific shapes and used as finished articles
Other articles of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified, fall under heading 7326.
Not sure which classification is right?
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 product is not further worked beyond hot-rolling; cutting to size is generally acceptable
• Declare the width and thickness to confirm the less than 600 mm threshold
• Keep mill certificates to verify the 304 grade composition for CBSA
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