Electrolytic Chromium Coated Tinplate Alternative from Canada
Tinplate with electrolytic chromium coating over tin layer, 0.75 mm thick, 1,100 mm wide for enhanced can stock. Still HTS 7210.11.00.00 as primary tin-plated nonalloy steel ≥0.5 mm, >600 mm wide. Chromium passivates surface for better lacquer adhesion.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Distinguish ECC from pure chromium plate via coating specs
• Layer sequence documentation prevents misclassification
• Rust specs don't allow duty allowance per Chapter 72 note