Rectangular Semifinished Steel for Automotive Pressing from China
Nonalloy rectangular steel <0.25% carbon with 4:1 width-to-thickness ratio minimum, used for automotive body pressing stock. HTS 7207.12.0050 covers these semifinished products meeting exact physical specifications. Raw condition excludes further worked treatments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include OEM specifications confirming semifinished status for automotive end use
• Test for minimum yield strength if bordering high-strength steel definitions
• Use protective packaging to prevent surface rust during ocean transit