HRPO Steel Coil for Automotive Stamping 2.8mm from China
Hot-rolled pickled and oiled (HRPO) steel coil of nonalloy steel, 2.8 mm thick, over 600 mm wide, in coil form without further working beyond basic hot-rolling process. Classifies under 7208.39.00.90 as 'other' hot-rolled nonalloy steel coils under 3 mm; pickling/oiling often considered not 'further worked' if minimal. Used in auto body panel production.
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
• Confirm pickling/oiling doesn't qualify as 'further worked' per Chapter 72 note; may require CBP ruling if disputed
• Include surface treatment documentation; excessive oiling could trigger reclassification
• Check for high-strength steel specs (yield point >275 MPa) to avoid 7208.18 subheading