Cold-Rolled HSLA Steel Coil for HVAC Ductwork from China

High-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel cold-rolled in coils, <0.5 mm thick, ≥600 mm wide, yield point ≥275 MPa. Classified in 7209.18.15 as qualifying high-strength nonalloy flat-rolled products not further worked.

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

Classify based on actual yield strength testing, not grade name alone; must meet US note (a) thresholds

Avoid declaring as 'further worked' if only cold-rolled—chapter note excludes coatings/phosphating

Prepare for CBP verification of dimensions; measure thickness excluding any natural oxide layer