Welded Steel Handrail Tube
Welded steel handrail tube is a nonalloy steel tube, 1.5-inch schedule 40, for stair handrails in commercial buildings. It is a hollow profile of iron or nonalloy steel, not further worked than welded, and falls under tariff item 7306.90.00 as 'Other' tubes, pipes, and hollow profiles.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tube is part of a complete handrail system with posts and brackets
Towers and lattice masts of iron or steel may apply, but for handrails, heading 7308 covers structures and parts of structures, including railings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• If the handrail tube is bent or has brackets, it may be classified as a part of a structure (heading 7308)
• Provide specifications showing the tube is straight and not further worked than welding
• Ensure the tube meets Canadian building codes for handrails (e.g
• OBC or NBC) if used in construction
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