Decorative Tinware Base Blackplate

Blackplate for handcrafted decorative tinware, <0.361 mm cold-rolled nonalloy coils ≥600 mm wide. Fits HTS 7209.18.25.85 uncoated cold-reduced specification. Traditional base for lacquered/hand-painted tin boxes.

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.

7209Same rate: 35%

If not cold-rolled (other processes)

Cold-reduction specifically defines this heading vs other flat-rolled forms.

7117.19.15.00Lower: 25.5% vs 35%

If after imitation jewelry fabrication

Articles of base metal for jewelry move to Chapter 71 provisions.

7212.50.00.00Same rate: 35%

If varnished/lacquered at import

Lacquering explicitly listed as further worked coating.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Handcraft trade may qualify for GSP—check origin rules for nonalloy steel

Smaller lot sizes common—declare unit weights accurately

Not chipper knife steel (US Note f)—different precise alloy recipe

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