Silicon Electrical Steel Sheet for Transformer Cores
> Flat-rolled alloy steel sheet containing 2-4% silicon, 450 mm wide, is designed for low core loss in power transformers. It falls under this tariff item as "other" silicon electrical steel of a width exceeding 300 mm but less than 600 mm, non-oriented.
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 steel is grain-oriented
Grain-oriented silicon electrical steel is a separate subheading.
If the width is 600 mm or more
Products 600 mm or wider are classified under heading 7225.
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
• > Confirm the silicon content is within 0.6%–6% and carbon ≤0.08%
• Provide a mill certificate showing the width and composition
• Ensure the product is non-oriented, as grain-oriented steel is classified under a different subheading
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