Tin-Coated Steel for Food Cans from China
0.8 mm thick tin-plated nonalloy steel coil, 800 mm wide, with bright electrolytic tin finish for canned goods packaging. Fits HTS 7210.11.00.00 due to tin plating, thickness ≥0.5 mm, and width >600 mm. Provides barrier against acidity in preserved foods.
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 certificate confirming nonalloy steel composition (<0.3% alloy elements)
• Check for passivation treatment which doesn't affect classification
• Avoid misdeclaration as stainless if chromium content is minimal