Hot-Rolled Pickled and Oiled Steel Sheet 16 Gauge from China
16 gauge hot-rolled steel sheet, descaled/pickled and lightly oiled for rust prevention, nonalloy grade, 60 inch width. While oiled, classified HTS 7208.90.00.00 if oil considered temporary protection (not coating per notes). Common for HVAC ducting and enclosures.
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
• Obtain customs ruling on oil type/thickness to confirm not 'coated' treatment
• Document oil as temporary rust preventative, easily removable
• Include surface treatment process description in entry docs