High-Strength Cold-Rolled Steel for Shelving Systems

Thin cold-rolled high-strength steel coil (<0.5 mm x >600 mm), nonalloy, for heavy-duty industrial shelving uprights. Fits 7209.18.15.60 as other high-strength steel in coils, cold-reduced without cladding, meeting yield point standards.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7308.90.95.90Same rate: 35%

If formed into shelving structures

Fabricated steel structures classify as 'other structures' in Chapter 73, not flat products.

7209.17.00Same rate: 35%

If thickness 0.25-0.5 mm, standard strength

Without high-strength yield specs, uses general thickness subheading.

7211.23.15.00Same rate: 35%

If width under 600 mm

Narrower cold-rolled sheet products have separate width-based classifications.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Accurate weight declaration critical—over/under by coils affects duty calculations

Segregate high-strength from standard steel shipments to prevent commingling penalties

No rust allowance—import under cover, use desiccants for humidity control

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