HRPO Steel Coil for Automotive Stamping 2.8mm from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
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
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