Galvanized Steel H-Beam Pillar
A galvanized H-beam designed as a vertical load-bearing pillar for warehouses and industrial buildings. The galvanization and pre-drilled holes show it is prepared for structural use, placing it under tariff item 7308.90.00.
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 H-beam is not further worked than hot-rolled or welded
H-sections of iron or steel not prepared for use in structures are classified in Chapter 72.
If the pillar is part of a tower or lattice mast
Towers and lattice masts are specifically named in heading 7308.
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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
• Keep records of the galvanization process and structural design to show the pillar is prepared for use in structures
• Ensure it is not classified as a general-purpose H-beam of heading 7216, which covers angles, shapes, and sections not prepared for structures
• Verify if the galvanization affects the tariff classification under any Canadian trade program
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